contour map

Noun

A map that uses contour lines to represent the shape and elevation of the land.

ریشه

The word 'contour' comes from the French word 'contour' meaning 'outline' or 'shape'.

مثال

• The hiker used a contour map to navigate through the mountainous terrain.
• Contour maps are commonly used in geology and topography.
• The contour map showed the different elevations of the ski resort.

ترکیب‌های رایج

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