To navigate means to plan and control a course across land or sea using maps, compasses, stars, landmarks, or other methods to determine direction and reach a destination.
Related terms
Astrolabe: An instrument used by sailors to determine their latitude at sea by measuring the angle between the horizon and a celestial body such as the sun or stars.
Compass: A navigational instrument that uses Earth's magnetic field to indicate direction, helping explorers maintain a consistent heading.
Dead Reckoning: A method of navigation where sailors estimate their current position based on previously known positions and course/speed calculations.