surveying
What is another word for surveying? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — The science and practice of measuring land — working out exact positions, distances, and boundaries.
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How to use surveying
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
land surveying
a surveying team
surveying equipment
Etymology
From survey plus the ending -ing, turning the verb into the name of the profession or activity.
Full origin of surveying →Frequently asked questions
What does “surveying” mean?
The word “surveying” means the science and practice of measuring land — working out exact positions, distances, and boundaries. In plain terms, the job of measuring land accurately, usually before it gets built on.
How do you pronounce “surveying”?
“Surveying” is pronounced suh-VAY-ihng (/sɚˈveɪ.ɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “surveying” in a sentence?
Here is “surveying” used in a sentence: “She studied surveying so she could map out plots before construction begins.”
What part of speech is “surveying”?
“Surveying” is a noun.
Is “surveying” a common word?
“Surveying” is an uncommon word in modern English.
