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map Definition

map (map)

noun

  1. a drawing or other representation, usually on a flat surface, of all or part of the earth's surface, ordinarily showing countries, bodies of water, cities, mountains, etc.
  2. a similar representation of part of the sky, showing the relative position of the stars, planets, etc.
  3. any maplike representation or delineation
  4. Slang the face

Etymology: ML mappa (mundi), map (of the world) < L mappa, napkin, cloth (on which maps were painted): said (by Quintilian) to be of Punic orig.; prob. < TalmudHeb mappa < *manpa, contr. < menafa, a fluttering banner

transitive verb mapped, map′·ping

  1. to make a map or maps of; represent or chart on or as on a map
  2. to arrange or plan in detail: often with out to map out a project
  3. to survey or explore for the purpose of making a map
  4. Math. to transform, as by a mapping

map Related Forms

map′·per noun

map Idioms

put on the map

to make well known

wipe off the map

☆

to put out of existence

Map Definition

Map (map)

Map, Walter 1140?-1209?; Welsh poet & satirist

map Synonyms

map

n.

chart, graph, plat, sketch, diagram, projection, delineation, drawing, picture, portrayal, draft, tracing, outline, ground plan, atlas, gazetteer; see also plan 1.

Types of maps include: conical projection, Mercator projection, topographical, relief, model, political, isothermic, isothermal, isobaric, contour, gravity, industrial, military, geodetic, marine, weather, road, street, railroad, cartogramic, surface, air, aerial; globe.

put on the map*

make famous, bring fame to, glorify; see establish 2.

wipe off the map*

eliminate, put out of existence, ruin; see destroy 1.

map Synonyms

map

v.

map out, outline, draft, chart; see plan 2.

MAP (Manufacturing Automation Protocol) Telecom Definition

A local area network (LAN) protocol developed by General Motors (GM) in the early 1980s for the interconnection of computers and programmable machine tools in factory or assembly line operations, MAP is based on Token Bus (IEEE 802.4) running at 1, 5, 10, and 20 Mbps. MAP sometimes is referred to as Manufacturing Automation Protocol/Technical and Office Protocol (MAP/TOP). See also 802.4, LAN, and Token Bus.

map Usage Examples

Preposition: of

genome: Publication details A haplotype map of the human genome.

Converse of object

  • draw: We had to draw a map of the school in a group.
  • produce: The data can then be transferred to GIS mapping software to produce contour maps, or classify areas according to user requirements.
  • include: The book also includes a good map of the Edinburgh closes.
  • see: To see detailed maps, click here or to find constituencies by postcode, try clicking here.

Adjective modifier

  • interactive: An interactive map provides an alternative mode of access.
  • os: You need to be able to follow OS maps.
  • detailed: To see detailed maps, click here or to find constituencies by postcode, try clicking here.
  • clickable: A clickable map allows you to make a visual tour of the gardens, with many of the garden features described and illustrated.
  • definitive: The Government will announce the definitive map of the new Assisted Areas when these have been approved by the Commission.
  • large-scale: The official title plan is based on the large-scale maps of the Ordnance Survey.

Modifies a noun

  • showing: Meanwhile, over at Bill and Kent's Place there's an enlightening map showing which states have forthcoming anti-marriage decisions.
  • reference: The entries give precise locations, usually including map references.
  • reading: You don't need any map reading skills, or weather forecasting ability.

Noun used with modifier

  • os: The License does not permit the reproduction of OS maps for consultancy or commercial purposes, or the scanning of paper OS maps.
  • sketch: For a sketch map of the route we follow, click here.
  • ordnance: Ordnance Survey maps are ideal for finding the ideal house location.
  • location: Click here to view a location map of the reserve on the National Cycle Network website provided by Sustrans - the sustainable transport charity.
  • view: Chicago O'Hare - Check in at the SWISS ticket counter in Terminal 5. View map of Chicago O'Hare Airport.
  • raster: Combining rasters allows you to merge the contents of two existing raster maps to create a new one.

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