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topography Noun pl -phies 1. the surface features of a region, such as its hills, valleys, or rivers: the islands are fragile, with a topography constantly changed by wind and wave 2. the study or description of such surface features 3. the representation of these features on a map [Greek topos a place + -graphy] topographer n topographical adj
topography 1. the detailed mapping or description of the features of a relatively small area, district, or locality. See also: Maps2. the relief features or surface configuration of an area. — topographer, n. — topographic, adj. 1. the art or technique of preparing charts or maps of a specified area. See also: Geography
2. the physical features of an area. — topographic, topographical, adj. ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
The configuration of the ground to include its relief and all features. Topography addresses both dry land and the sea floor (underwater topography). Translations |
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I did not get then, and I have not got since, a distinct conception of the journey through Hell, and as often as I have tried to understand the topography of the poem I have fatigued myself to no purpose, but I do not think the essential meaning was lost upon me. His forlorn travels of the preceding winter had made him acquainted with the topography of the country, and he reached Snake River without any material difficulty. While Coglan was describing to me the topography along the Siberian Railway the orchestra glided into a medley. |
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