topographic

/,tɔpə'græfik/ Cách viết khác : (topographical) /,tɔpə'græfikəl/

Thân thiện

A topographic map shows the detailed shape of the land.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Relating to the detailed description or representation of the surface features of a place or region: "Topographic" describes anything concerned with the physical shape and features of land, including its hills, valleys, rivers, and man-made structures, especially as recorded on maps.
   • Relating to the science of topography: It can also refer to the study or practice of creating such detailed descriptions and maps.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:
  • The team conducted a topographic survey before planning the new road.
  • This topographic map shows the elevation changes with great precision.
  • Understanding topographic features is essential for hikers in mountainous regions.

Advanced Usage

• "Topographic representation": The method of depicting the shape and features of the land on a map or chart.
  • The topographic representation in this atlas uses contour lines to indicate elevation.
• "Topographic anatomy": The study of the structure of the body or a specific region in relation to its surface landmarks.
  • Surgeons must have excellent knowledge of topographic anatomy.

Variants and Related Words

• Topographical (adj): An alternative form of "topographic," identical in meaning.
  • The topographical survey data was crucial for the environmental assessment.
• Topography (n): The arrangement of the natural and artificial physical features of an area, or the detailed study and mapping of those features.
  • The topography of the coastal region is very complex.
• Topographer (n): A person who describes or maps the topography of a place.
  • The topographer marked all the significant landmarks on the chart.

Synonyms

• Cartographic: Relating to the science or practice of drawing maps.
• Geomorphological: Relating to the study of the physical features of the surface of the earth and their relation to its geological structures.

Related Phrases and Collocations

• Topographic map: A detailed, large-scale map showing the shape and features of the Earth's surface, typically using contour lines.
  • Always bring a topographic map when backpacking in unfamiliar wilderness.
• Topographic profile: A cross-sectional view showing the elevation along a specific line on a map.
  • The geologist drew a topographic profile to illustrate the valley's formation.
• Topographic relief: The variation in elevation and slope of the land surface.
  • This region is known for its dramatic topographic relief.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. concerned with topography
   • a topographical engineer
   • a topographical survey
   • topographic maps

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