Mapmaker: meaning, definitions and examples

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mapmaker

 

[ ˈmæpˌmeɪkər ]

Context #1

cartography

A person who makes maps, especially professionally.

Synonyms

cartographer, geographer, map creator

Examples of usage

  • He worked as a mapmaker for the national geographic society.
  • The mapmaker carefully plotted the coordinates of the new city.
  • The mapmaker used advanced technology to create accurate maps.
  • The mapmaker's expertise was highly sought after in the field.
  • The mapmaker's attention to detail ensured the accuracy of the map.

Translations

Translations of the word "mapmaker" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cartógrafo

🇮🇳 मानचित्रकार

🇩🇪 Kartenmacher

🇮🇩 pembuat peta

🇺🇦 картограф

🇵🇱 kartograf

🇯🇵 地図製作者

🇫🇷 cartographe

🇪🇸 cartógrafo

🇹🇷 haritacı

🇰🇷 지도 제작자

🇸🇦 صانع الخرائط

🇨🇿 kartograf

🇸🇰 kartograf

🇨🇳 制图师

🇸🇮 kartograf

🇮🇸 kortagerðarmaður

🇰🇿 карта жасаушы

🇬🇪 ქარტოგრაფი

🇦🇿 xəritəçi

🇲🇽 cartógrafo

Word origin

The term 'mapmaker' originated in the mid-16th century, combining the words 'map' and 'maker'. Cartography has been an essential practice throughout history, with mapmakers playing a crucial role in exploration, navigation, and the dissemination of geographic knowledge. From ancient civilizations to the modern digital age, mapmakers have continuously evolved their techniques to accurately represent the world around us.

See also: map, mapmaking, mapper, mapping, unmapped.