Definition of "hypsography" [hypsography]

• The scientific study of the earth's topologic configuration above sea level, especially the measurement and mapping of land elevations. (noun)
• A representation or description of the earth's topologic features above sea level, as on a map. (noun)
• Hypsometry. (noun)

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