map

/mˈæp/

/ˈmæp/

[noun] [verb]

Map

[NOUN]

an image that shows where things like countries, seas, cities, roads, etc. are in an area

(mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of another set (the range of the function)

synonyms : function

mapping

mathematical function

single-valued function

to map

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

make a map of; show or establish the features of details of

explore or survey for the purpose of making a map

to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets)

synonyms : represent

depict as if on a map

plan, delineate, or arrange in detail

synonyms : map out

locate within a specific region of a chromosome in relation to known DNA or gene sequences

Examples

1. The map shows the city below the river.

2. The map provides useful information for navigation.

3. In the geography project, the students made a map of different countries and their capitals.

4. The traveler navigated the city streets with the help of a map.

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