aerocartography
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/ˌɛəroʊkɑːrˈtɒɡrəfi/
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/ˌeərəʊkɑːˈtɒɡrəfi/
mapping from the air
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aerocartography' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'aero' meaning 'air' and 'kartographia' meaning 'map drawing'.
Historical Evolution
'kartographia' transformed into the English word 'cartography', and with the addition of 'aero', it became 'aerocartography'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'map drawing from the air', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the science or practice of creating maps from aerial photographs.
Aerocartography is essential for accurate mapping of remote areas.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/19 01:36