Definitions for mapping

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mapping map·ping

Spelling: [map-ing]

IPA: /ˈmæp ɪŋ/

Mapping is a 7 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 14 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 19 points.

You can make 122 anagrams from letters in mapping (agimnpp).

Definitions for mapping

noun

1. the act or operation of making a map or maps.
2. Mathematics. function (def 4a).
3. a representation, usually on a flat surface, as of the features of an area of the earth or a portion of the heavens, showing them in their respective forms, sizes, and relationships according to some convention of representation:
4. a maplike delineation, representation, or reflection of anything:
5. Mathematics. function (def 4a).
6. Slang. the face:
7. Genetics. genetic map.

Idioms

1. off the map, out of existence; into oblivion:
2. put on the map, to bring into the public eye; make known, famous, or prominent:

verb (used with object)

1. to represent or delineate on or as if on a map.
2. to sketch or plan (often followed by out):

Origin of mapping

First recorded in 1765-75; map + -ing¹

Examples for mapping

The ship crossed and re-crossed the continent, mapping as it went.

He sought to ensure that with Compstat, which began with mapping all crimes and crime complaints on computer maps.

The mapping of the entire country in such a manner is only a matter of time.

Sixteen days later, Bratton held a press conference to announce there would be no mapping.

On the other hand, the Niccola had been mapping, which was bound to attract attention.

In Egypt, for example, independent initiative Harassmap uses online and SMS reporting combined with a mapping system.

The mapping and description of the timber lay with the Geological Survey.

It was, in fact, a servile life he was mapping out for his subordinate.

This gave rise to the FBI “mapping” communities as part of its “Domain Management” program.

Various firms open the door on a brand new category in mapping, advertising, location and ID, and transactions.