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Definition of topographic
topographic
/ˌtɑː.pəˈɡræf.ɪk/
top · o · graph · ic
Adverb:topographically
topographic Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
8
Tier
2
Usage
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Syllables
4
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1
Relating to the arrangement, elevation, and detailed representation of the natural and artificial physical features of an area or surface.
Example
"The hikers studied a topographic map to locate the steepest ridges and safest mountain passes before setting out."
2
Relating to the regional anatomy or spatial arrangement of distinct parts or structures of the body.
Example
"Medical students must master topographic anatomy to understand how blood vessels, nerves, and organs relate spatially within the chest cavity."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from Late Latin topographicus and Ancient Greek topographikos, formed from topos ('place') and graphein ('to write' or 'to describe').
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Topographic. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/topographic