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topography

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Noun — The physical shape and features of an area of land, such as its hills, valleys, and rivers.

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local topography topography of the region topography map

Etymology

From Ancient Greek topographia, from tópos ("place") and gráphō ("to write, describe").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “topography” mean?

The word “topography” means the physical shape and features of an area of land, such as its hills, valleys, and rivers. In plain terms, the lay of the land — its hills, slopes, and other surface features.

How do you pronounce “topography”?

“Topography” is pronounced tuh-POG-ruh-fee (/təˈpɑɡɹəfi/ in IPA).

How do you use “topography” in a sentence?

Here is “topography” used in a sentence: “The region's rugged topography made building roads difficult.”

What part of speech is “topography”?

“Topography” is a noun.

Where does the word “topography” come from?

The word “topography” comes from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek topographia, from tópos ("place") and gráphō ("to write, describe").

Is “topography” a common word?

“Topography” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.

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