Mapmaker: meaning, definitions and examples

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mapmaker

 

[ ˈmæpˌmeɪkər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

cartography

A person who makes maps, especially professionally.

Synonyms

cartographer, geographer, map creator.

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mapmaker

See the previous entry for 'mapmaker'.

cartographer

Used in more formal or professional settings to describe someone who specializes in the creation of maps. It implies a certain level of expertise and knowledge in the field.

  • The cartographer was hired to create detailed maps of the region
  • | She aspired to become a cartographer after studying geography
map creator

An informal and straightforward way of describing someone who makes maps. It can be used in casual conversations and is easily understood by a general audience.

  • The map creator finished drawing the new city routes
  • | As a map creator, she used the latest technology to design accurate maps
geographer

Refers to a professional who studies the Earth's surfaces, environments, and how human society interacts with them. This term is used in academic or professional contexts, not specifically limited to map-making.

  • The geographer's research helped in understanding the migration patterns
  • | As a geographer, he was interested in the economic development of different regions

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

Etymology

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.