geographic

/dʤiə'græfik/ Cách viết khác : (geographical) /dʤiə'græfikəl/
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geographic

The teacher points to a large geographic map on the classroom wall.

Definition
  1. Adjective:
    • Relating to the physical features of the earth and its atmosphere: Pertaining to the natural characteristics, arrangement, and phenomena of the Earth's surface.
    • Determined by or relating to geography: Defined by or concerning the science that studies the lands, features, inhabitants, and phenomena of the Earth.
Examples of Usage
  • Adjective:
    • The country's geographic diversity includes mountains, deserts, and coastlines.
    • Scientists studied the geographic distribution of the plant species.
    • A geographic map shows physical features like rivers and political boundaries.
Advanced Usage
  • "Geographic information system (GIS)": A system designed to capture, store, analyze, and present spatial or geographic data.

    • Urban planners use a geographic information system to manage city infrastructure.
  • "Geographic coordinates": A set of numbers (latitude and longitude) that specify a precise location on the Earth's surface.

    • The geographic coordinates of the capital are 40° N, 74° W.
Variants and Related Words
  • Geographical (adj): An alternative form with identical meaning.

    • The geographical center of the continent is hard to reach.
  • Geographically (adv): In a way that relates to geography.

    • The population is geographically dispersed.
  • Geography (n): The scientific study of the Earth's physical features, climate, and human activity.

    • She majored in geography at university.
Synonyms
  • Spatial: Relating to or occupying space.
  • Topographical: Concerning the arrangement of the physical features of an area.
Related Phrases
  • Geographic range: The area over which a species or phenomenon is found.

    • The geographic range of the Arctic fox is shrinking due to climate change.
  • Geographic isolation: The separation of a population from others by physical barriers.

    • Geographic isolation can lead to the evolution of new species.
geographic

The teacher points to a large geographic map on the classroom wall.

Adjective
  1. determined by geography
    • the north and south geographic poles
  2. of or relating to the science of geography