Map

English Meaning

A representation of the surface of the earth, or of some portion of it, showing the relative position of the parts represented; -- usually on a flat surface. Also, such a representation of the celestial sphere, or of some part of it.

1. A representation, usually on a plane surface, of a region of the earth or heavens.
2. Something that suggests such a representation, as in clarity of representation.
3. Mathematics The correspondence of elements in one set to elements in the same set or another set.
4. Slang The human face.
5. Genetics A genetic map.
6. To make a map of.
7. To depict as if on a map: Grief was mapped on his face.
8. To explore or make a survey of (a region) for the purpose of making a map.
9. To plan or delineate, especially in detail; arrange: mapping out her future.
10. Genetics To locate (a gene or DNA sequence) in a specific region of a chromosome in relation to known genes or DNA sequences.
11. Mathematics To establish a mapping of (an element or a set).
12. put on the map To make well-known, prominent, or famous.
13. wipe off the map To destroy completely; annihilate.