book of maps

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book of maps

A traveler opens a book of maps to plan a route.

Definition

Noun: - A collection of maps in book form: A bound volume containing a systematic arrangement of geographical maps, often including additional information such as indexes, charts, or illustrations.

Usage
  • The term "book of maps" is a straightforward, descriptive noun phrase. It is used to refer to a physical or digital publication whose primary content is maps.
  • It is typically used in formal, educational, or descriptive contexts. While "atlas" is a more common synonym, "book of maps" is perfectly clear and literal.
Examples
  • Noun:
    • The library has a rare book of maps from the 18th century.
    • For our road trip, we bought a detailed book of maps of the national parks.
    • He consulted the book of maps to find the location of the ancient city.
Advanced Usage
  • "A comprehensive book of maps": Emphasizes the extensive coverage and detail of the maps included.
    • The expedition relied on a comprehensive book of maps of the Arctic region.
  • "An antique book of maps": Specifies the age and historical value of the collection.
    • The museum displayed an antique book of maps with hand-drawn illustrations.
Variants and Related Words
  • Atlas (noun): The most common and specific term for a book of maps or charts. It often implies a cohesive, published collection, sometimes with thematic or narrative elements.
    • She opened the world atlas to study the continents.
  • Cartography (noun): The science or practice of drawing maps.
  • Gazetteer (noun): A geographical dictionary or index, often found in an atlas, providing information about places.
Synonyms
  • Atlas: A book of maps or charts.
  • Map collection: A general term for an assembled group of maps.
  • Chartbook: A book of nautical or aeronautical charts (a specific type of map).
Notes on Meaning
  • The phrase "book of maps" refers specifically to the physical or conceptual object—the bound collection. It does not describe the act of mapping or the individual maps themselves.
  • In modern digital contexts, a "book of maps" can refer to a PDF compilation or an e-book version of a traditional atlas.
book of maps

A traveler opens a book of maps to plan a route.

Noun
  1. a collection of maps in book form

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