cartographic
/,kɑ:tou'græfik/
Definition
Adjective: Of or relating to the making of maps or charts. It describes anything pertaining to the science, art, or techniques involved in creating maps.
Usage
The adjective "cartographic" is used to modify nouns related to the field of map-making. It is a formal, academic term. - It is used to describe objects, data, or techniques used in creating maps (e.g., cartographic tools, cartographic data). - It is used to describe the work, study, or principles of map-making (e.g., cartographic research, cartographic principles). - It is used to describe the qualities or features of a map itself (e.g., cartographic style, cartographic accuracy).
Examples
- The museum displayed a collection of cartographic artifacts from the 16th century.
- This software requires a strong understanding of cartographic design principles.
- The cartographic representation of the coastline was remarkably accurate for its time.
- She specializes in the cartographic analysis of historical urban development.
Advanced Usage
- Cartographic generalization: The process of simplifying map details to maintain clarity at a given scale.
- Cartographic generalization is essential when creating a world map from detailed satellite imagery.
- Cartographic anxiety: A term in critical geography referring to the unease about how maps represent and potentially distort reality.
- The documentary explored the concept of cartographic anxiety in colonial mapping practices.
Variants and Related Words
- Cartography (n): The science or practice of drawing maps.
- He studied cartography at the university.
- Cartographer (n): A person who draws or produces maps.
- The cartographer carefully plotted the new hiking trails.
Synonyms
- Mapmaking (adj/n): Relating to the creation of maps. (Less formal than "cartographic")
- Chorographic (adj): Relating to the mapping of regions. (More specific, often historical)
Related Phrases and Terms
- Cartographic error: A mistake in the design or data of a map.
- The misplaced island was a famous cartographic error.
- Cartographic literacy: The ability to understand and use maps effectively.
- The course aims to improve students' cartographic literacy.
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of or relating to the making of maps or charts
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