topographical
adjective/ˌtɑpəˈɡræfɪkəl/
Frequency rank: #15,773 most common English word
Meaning
relating to the physical features and shape of land surfaces, such as hills, valleys, and rivers.
Example sentence
The hikers studied topographical maps carefully before setting out on their mountain trek.
Synonyms & related words
- geographical
- terrain
- physical
- cartographic
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