Hypsography Definition
hĭp-sŏgrə-fē
hypsography
noun
The science of measuring the configuration of land or underwater surfaces with respect to a datum plane, as sea level.
Webster's New World
The configuration of such surfaces; topographic relief.
Webster's New World
The representation or description of relief features on a map or chart, as by tints, hachures, etc.
Webster's New World
Hypsometry.
American Heritage
Webster's New World
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