Definition

A line on a graph that connects points which have the same value for a certain measurement or quantity.

Example

The isochrone map showed how long it would take to travel to different areas from the city center.

Conversation

Have you ever heard about an isochrone?

Yeah, I think it's related to charts, right?

Exactly! It shows points that have the same value for a specific quantity.

That sounds interesting; I’d love to learn more about how they work.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Isochrone → It is formed from "iso-" (from Greek "isos", meaning equal) and "chronos" (meaning time). The word describes a line or curve that connects points of equal time, indicating that all points along it are reached in the same duration.

Memory Tip

Think of 'equal' ('iso-') time ('chronos') to remember that an isochrone represents points that are all reached in the same amount of time.

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