Meaning & use

topo

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A topographic map, especially one used for hiking, climbing, or orienteering.

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The climbers studied the topo carefully before attempting the new route.

She printed a topo of the trail before setting out on the backpacking trip.

A note on using this word

Informal shorthand widely used among hikers, climbers, and outdoor navigators for a detailed terrain map.

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topographic map

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