Cartography

usgb/kɑːrˈtɑːɡrəfi/
noun

The study and practice of making maps.

He studied cartography in university and now works for a company that produces maps.
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Often appears as...

  • digital cartography
  • cartography techniques

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Academic

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Academic Field

Cartography is a scholarly subject often associated with geography, urban planning, and surveying.

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She presented her cartography research at the academic conference.
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Map Creation

Cartography involves both the design and production of maps, not just their study.

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The cartography division is responsible for creating the new city map.
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Technological Evolution

Modern cartography is digital and uses software, unlike traditional hand-drawn methods.

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Digital cartography has revolutionized how we interact with maps.
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