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English word origin

Etymology of topo

Clipping of topographic map.

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Source etymology 1

Original entry ↗
noun

A topographic map. · A map or sketch of a climbing route or area.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Clipping of topographic map.

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Source etymology 2

Original entry ↗
adj

Topographic.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Clipping of topographic; compare bathy.

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