Refine this word faster

Stronger alternatives Opposite tone Use in context Cross-language nuance

Coordinate system

noun

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A method of representing the position of any individual point in a space of given dimensionality as a tuple of numerical coordinates.

    "1992, D. H. Maling, Coordinate Systems and Map Projections, 2nd Edition, Pergamon Press, page 27, In this chapter we review some of the fundamental ideas about the plane coordinate systems which are used in surveying and mapping, both from the viewpoint of studying the mathematics of map projections and the practical tasks which arise in cartography."

  2. 2
    a system that uses coordinates to establish position wordnet

See also for "coordinate system"

Synonyms Antonyms Rhymes Sentences Translate Word Type Pronunciation Word Forms

Next best steps

Find stronger synonymsSee usage examplesCheck pronunciation

Mini challenge

Want a quick game? Try Word Finder.