Meaning & use
topography
The detailed physical features of a place, including its shape, elevation, and natural landmarks.
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The map showed the region's topography using contour lines to mark hills.
Engineers studied the site's topography before designing the new highway.
A note on using this word
"Topography" is common in mapmaking and geography, while "terrain" is more general and practical.
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