hypsography

hyp·sog·ra·phy

the science of measuring the configuration of land or underwater surfaces with respect to a datum plane, as sea level
the configuration of such surfaces; topographic relief
the representation or description of relief features on a map or chart, as by tints, hachures, etc.
hypsometry

Origin of hypsography

hypso- + -graphy

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hypsography

noun

pl. hyp·sog·ra·phies

a. The scientific study of the earth's topologic configuration above sea level, especially the measurement and mapping of land elevations.
b. A representation or description of the earth's topologic features above sea level, as on a map.
Hypsometry.

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hyp′so·graph′ic hyp′so·graph′i·cal
adjective

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1. The scientific study of the Earth's topologic features above sea level, especially the measurement and mapping of land elevations.
2. A representation or description of these features, as on a map.
See hypsometry

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Noun

(uncountable)

(sciences) The data present in contour lines; measurement of altitude or depth versus area.

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