topography

Definition of topography

Nouns

the configuration of a surface and the relations among its man-made and natural features
Type of:
configuration, conformation, contour, form, shape
any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
precise detailed study of the surface features of a region
Types:
topology
topographic study of a given place (especially the history of the place as indicated by its topography)
Type of:
geographics, geography
study of the earth's surface; includes people's responses to topography and climate and soil and vegetation

Vocabulary Lists for topography

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