Map — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb abbreviation /ˈmap/

Meaning & Definition of Map

Map (noun)

  1. a representation usually on a flat surface of the whole or a part of an area
  2. a representation of the celestial sphere or a part of it
  3. a diagram or other visual representation that shows the relative position of the parts of something

Map (verb)

  1. to make a map of
  2. to delineate as if on a map
  3. to make a survey of for or as if for the purpose of making a map

Map (abbreviation)

  1. modified American plan

Map (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. an illustration of certain features of a geographical area

    "a wall map of the United States"

    similar: chart
    related: ground plan, plan, plat, plot, relief map

Map (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in plan, design

    similar: design, frame, lay out, plan, shape, engineer, jockey, maneuver, manipulate, brew, concoct, cook (up), devise, hatch, counterplot, collude, compass, connive, conspire, contrive, intrigue, machinate, plot, put up, scheme

Related Entry: Map (out) (verb)

Map (out) is a different word from Map. The synonyms below are for map (out), not for map.

  1. to work out the details of (something) in advance

    "mapped out a plan for the fledgling company to become profitable within two years"

    similar: arrange, blueprint, budget, calculate, chart, choreograph, design, frame, lay out, organize, plan, prepare, project, scheme (out), shape, strategize (about)
    related: conspire, contrive, devise, intrigue, machinate, plot, put up, concert, get up, draft, outline, sketch, aim, figure, have on, intend, mean, contemplate, meditate, premeditate

Related Entry: Road map (noun)

Road map is a different word from Map. The synonyms below are for road map, not for map.

  1. a method worked out in advance for achieving some objective

    "a road map for peace in the troubled region"

    similar: arrangement, blueprint, design, game, game plan, ground plan, master plan, plan, program, project, scheme, strategy, system
    related: collusion, conspiracy, plot, contrivance, device, gambit, maneuver, ruse, stratagem, subterfuge, trick, counterplan, counterstrategy, means, tactic, technique, way, procedure, protocol, conception, idea, projet, proposal, specific(s), specification(s), aim, intent, intention, purpose, diagram, formula, layout, map, pattern, platform, policy, recipe, setup

  2. a statement that makes something clear

    "an article that is a good road map for any consumer attempting to negotiate his way through the maze of offerings in digital photography"

    similar: clarification, construction, elucidation, exegesis, explanation, explication, exposition, illumination, illustration, interpretation
    related: paraphrase, restatement, translation, annotation, comment, commentary, epexegesis, gloss, deciphering, decoding, disentanglement, unscrambling, analysis, edification, enlightenment, definition, meaning, demonstration, enactment, justification, rationale, rationalization, reasoning, caution, caveat, warning

Related Entry: Relief map (noun)

Relief map is a different word from Map. The synonyms below are for relief map, not for map.

  1. as in plan, map

    similar: ground plan, plan, plat, plot, chart, map

Related Entry: All over the place (phrase)

All over the place is a different word from Map. The synonyms below are for all over the place, not for map.

  1. in every place or in all places

    "No one covered the garbage and there are flies all over the place."

    similar: all over, everyplace, everywhere, far and wide, high and low, throughout, far and near, in every corner, on all hands
    related: every which way, right and left
    opposite: nowhere

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Map

The most common words with a similar meaning to Map:

chart, design, frame, lay out, plan, shape, engineer, jockey, maneuver, manipulate, brew, concoct, cook (up), devise, hatch, counterplot, collude, compass, connive, conspire, contrive, intrigue, machinate, plot, put up, scheme

Related Words for Map

ground plan, plat, relief map

Word Forms of Map

Inflections: mapped, mapping

Derived words: maplike (adjective), mappable (adjective), mapper (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Map

Medieval Latin mappa, from Latin, napkin, towel

First known use: 1527

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Map

Words & Phrases Containing Map

map onto, map out, all over the map, contour map, genetic map, on the map

Frequently Asked Questions about Map

What does "Map" mean?

"Map" means a representation usually on a flat surface of the whole or a part of an area. As an a noun, a verb and an abbreviation, it is defined as: a representation usually on a flat surface of the whole or a part of an area. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Map"?

Other words for "Map" include chart, design, frame, lay out, plan, shape, engineer and jockey. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Map" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Map"?

There are 29 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Map". Common alternatives include chart, design, frame, lay out, plan, shape, engineer, jockey, maneuver and manipulate.

How do you use "Map" in a sentence?

Examples of "Map" in a sentence: "a wall map of the United States".

Is "Map" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Map" can be used as a noun, a verb and an abbreviation, depending on the context.

Is "Map" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A1-level word, "Map" is typical of Cambridge A1 Movers (Young Learners), TOEIC Listening & Reading 120+.

How do you pronounce "Map"?

"Map" is pronounced /ˈmap/.

What is the origin of the word "Map"?

"Map" comes from Medieval Latin mappa, from Latin, napkin, towel. First known use: 1527.