photomap
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈfoʊtəˌmæp/
KK: /ˈfoʊtəˌmæp/
intransitive verb
Definition
To create a map that uses photographs as the main source of information, often showing detailed features of a specific area.
Example
The team will photomap the entire region to gather data for the environmental study.
Tense Forms
Past: photomapped
Past Participle: photomapped
Conversation
Have you ever tried to photomap a hiking trail?
No, but that sounds like a fun project!
It's a great way to capture the scenery and share it with others.
I definitely want to give it a shot next time I go hiking!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
map
chart
plot
Antonyms
erase
destroy
ignore
noun
Definition
A type of map created by adding information and markings on top of a photograph taken from above, usually from an airplane.
Example
The scientist used a photomap to analyze the changes in the landscape over the years.
Conversation
Have you ever seen a photomap of our town?
No, I haven't! What is that exactly?
It's basically a map created from aerial photos, showing all the details from above.
transitive verb
Definition
To create a map that uses photographs to represent an area or location.
Example
The team decided to photomap the entire region to get a better understanding of the landscape.
Tense Forms
Past: photomapped
Past Participle: photomapped
Conversation
Have you ever thought about how to photomap the park for our project?
That's a cool idea! It would help us visualize everything better.
Yeah, I think it would be really useful to photomap the different areas.
Root Explanation
Photomap → It is formed from "photo-" (from Greek "phōs", meaning light) and "map" (from Old French "mappe", meaning a representation of an area). The word "photomap" refers to a map that uses light, typically in the form of photographs, to represent geographical areas.
Memory Tip
Think of 'light' ('photo-') being used to create a 'representation' ('map') of an area — that's what a photomap is.
Visually Confused Words
phytotoma
protoma
phytoma