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Definition of geographic

geographic

/ˌdʒiː.əˈɡræf.ɪk/
ge · o · graph · ic
Adverb:geographically
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geographic Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Relating to or determined by the natural physical features, spatial location, or layout of a specific region or area.

Example

"The company expanded its services across several new geographic regions in North America."

2

Relating to the study of the physical features of the earth and its atmosphere, or of human activity as it affects and is affected by these.

Example

"The university's geographic research center analyzes satellite imagery to track deforestation."

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Word Nuance & Usage

'Geographic' and 'geographical' are interchangeable in meaning, though 'geographic' is slightly more common in American English and in proper names (such as the National Geographic Society), while 'geographical' is more frequent in British English.

• Rhymes for geographic

• Nearby Words

geoduck
geofencing
geographer
geographic
geographical
geographically
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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from Late Latin geographicus, from Ancient Greek geōgraphikos, combining gē ('earth') and graphein ('to write' or 'to describe').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Geographic. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/geographic
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