topographic
adjective/ˌtɑpəˈɡræfɪk/
Frequency rank: #12,842 most common English word
Meaning
relating to the arrangement and physical features of a land surface, including its elevation and contours.
Example sentence
The hikers studied topographic maps carefully before setting out on the mountain trail.
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