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Mariners Aids Crossword Clue
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SEXTANTS which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
SEXTANTS
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "SEXTANTS" which means:
- noun
- • A unit of angular distance equal to 60 degrees
- • A measuring instrument for measuring the angular distance between celestial objects; resembles an octant
An example sentence would be:
- • "Antique sextants are highly sought after by collectors."
- • "Modern smartphones have replaced traditional sextants in most navigational tasks."
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times27 Nov 2016 | Across 95 | |
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7 | Nicholas of ___, patron saint of mariners and thieves
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