Meaning & use

cartography

noun·Advanced

The science and practice of drawing or creating maps of geographic areas.

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Advances in satellite imaging have transformed cartography, making maps far more precise.

She studied cartography in graduate school before working for a mapping company.

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Cartography combines science, art, and technology to represent real-world spaces accurately.

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