Is compound a dao?

Could you elaborate on whether Compound, the decentralized lending protocol in the cryptocurrency space, can be considered a DAO, or Decentralized Autonomous Organization? Given its automated lending functionality and governance structure, it seems to possess some of the key characteristics of a DAO. However, there are also nuances in Compound's design that may distinguish it from a traditional DAO. Could you provide insight into these distinctions and how Compound's operations and governance align with the broader definition of a DAO?