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hydrography

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Noun — The science of surveying and charting the depth, shape and other features of seas, rivers and coasts used for navigation.

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It is a technical term used mainly in nautical and surveying contexts.

Etymology

Hydrography is formed in English from the prefix hydro- and the ending -graphy.

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Frequently asked questions

What is hydrography?
Hydrography is the science of surveying and charting the depth, shape and other features of seas, rivers and coasts used for navigation. It is a nautical term.
How do you pronounce hydrography?
In General American it is pronounced hy-DRAH-gruh-fee, with the stress on the second syllable.
What is the plural of hydrography?
The plural is hydrographies, although the word is mostly used as an uncountable noun.

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