topography
Translation
topography
Examples
The topography of the region is very mountainous.
The topography of the region is very mountainous.
He studied the topography of the ocean floor.
He studied the topography of the ocean floor.
Grammar Patterns
the topography of ((a place)) The topography of the region is very mountainous.
Similar Words
Synonyms: geography, terrain, landscape
Etymology
From Greek 'topos' (place) + 'graphia' (writing). Literally 'writing about a place'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'topo map' (topographical map), which shows the physical features of a place.