What is the singular possessive of the word compass?

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There are two accepted forms for possessive singular nouns ending in s:

Add an apostrophe (') after the existing s at the end of the Word: compass'

Add an apostrophe s ('s) after the existing s at the end of the Word: compass's

Example:

The compass' case is polished brass.

The compass's case is polished brass.

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