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maps

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noun

A visual representation of an area, whether real or imaginary.

Examples :

"The teacher asked us to draw maps of our neighborhood. "

geography world area

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A graphical representation of the relationships between objects, components or themes.

Examples :

"The family's budget map shows the relationships between income, expenses, and savings. "

geography world area

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noun

Examples :

"The school's rule book maps consequences to specific behaviors, like detention for being late. "

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Any of various nymphalid butterflies of the genera Araschnia (especially, Araschnia levana) and Cyrestis, having map-like markings on the wings.

Examples :

"The butterfly collector displayed his prized specimens: vibrant monarchs, delicate swallowtails, and several intricately patterned maps with their distinctive network of lines. "

animal insect nature biology

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(old-fashioned) The face.

Examples :

"After a long day of work, his maps were lined with fatigue. "

appearance body

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An imaginary or fictional area, often predefined and confined, where a game or a session thereof takes place.

Examples :

""In the video game, players battle each other across several different maps, each with unique challenges and hiding places." "

game computing technology entertainment space area

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verb

To create a visual representation of a territory, etc. via cartography.

Examples :

"The city council maps the bus routes to ensure they cover all neighborhoods. "

geography world area

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verb

(followed by a "to" phrase) To act as a function on something, taking it to something else.

Examples :

""The calculator maps the square root of 9 to the number 3." "

math computing function

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verb

(followed by a "to" phrase) To have a direct relationship; to correspond.

Examples :

"In my job, my daily tasks directly map to the company's overall goals. "

communication language

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To inform someone of a particular idea.

Examples :

"The teacher's presentation maps out the key concepts for the upcoming exam. "

communication language word info