geographic
jee-uh-GRA-fihk
Geographic (adj) means relating to geography, or to the physical features and location of places. Example: “Mountains and rivers are geographic features that affect where people build towns.”
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Relating to geography, or to the physical features and location of places.
"Mountains and rivers are geographic features that affect where people build towns."
"The report broke sales down by geographic region."
"Geographic isolation shaped the island's unique wildlife."
How to use geographic
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHaving to do with location, land, and physical geography.
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Common pairings
geographic location
geographic region
geographic spread
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- most geographic
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Etymology
From Latin geographicus, ultimately from Greek roots meaning "earth" and "writing."
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What does “geographic” mean?
The word “geographic” means relating to geography, or to the physical features and location of places. In plain terms, having to do with location, land, and physical geography.
How do you pronounce “geographic”?
“Geographic” is pronounced jee-uh-GRA-fihk (/d͡ʒiəˈɡɹæfɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “geographic” in a sentence?
Here is “geographic” used in a sentence: “The report broke sales down by geographic region.”
What part of speech is “geographic”?
“Geographic” is an adjective.
Where does the word “geographic” come from?
The word “geographic” comes from Latin. From Latin geographicus, ultimately from Greek roots meaning "earth" and "writing.".
Is “geographic” a common word?
“Geographic” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
What is the difference between "geographic" and "geographical"?
"Geographic" and "geographical" mean the same thing and are almost always interchangeable, both meaning relating to geography. "Geographical" is a little more common in general British usage, while "geographic" appears often in fixed names and American usage, as in "National Geographic."
When should you use "geographic" instead of "geographical"?
The choice usually comes down to style, house preference, or a set phrase, since the meaning is identical. Fixed terms such as "geographic information system" and "geographic coordinates" keep "geographic," so follow established wording where it exists.
What nouns commonly follow "geographic"?
"Geographic" frequently precedes "location," "area," "region," "distribution," "features," "boundaries," and "coordinates." These pairings all relate to the physical position or layout of places.
What is the difference between "geographic" and "topographic"?
"Geographic" broadly relates to geography and the location of places, while "topographic" specifically relates to the detailed shape and surface features of land, such as elevation and terrain. A topographic map focuses on relief, whereas a geographic map may show a wider range of location-based information.
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