mapping

noun

map·​ping ˈma-piŋ How to pronounce mapping (audio)
Synonyms of mappingnext
1
: the act or process of making a map
2
: function sense 5a
a one-to-one continuous mapping

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Advanced techniques such as expansion microscopy are vital for detailed brain mapping. — John Werner, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 The accompanying report, released in late May, found that the museum misused grants provided by the US Geological Survey, given for STATEMAP, its state geological mapping program. — Harrison Jacobs, ARTnews.com, 31 July 2026 The mapping app briefly made owning a New York taxi medallion one of the most valuable assets in the city. — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 31 July 2026 Authorities issued evacuation orders for a swath of land from the fire north to Fink Road, according to Genasys Protect mapping used by local authorities. — Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for mapping

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1752, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of mapping was circa 1752

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“Mapping.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mapping. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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