topographical
adjective geography specialized uk/ˌtɒp.əˈɡræf.ɪ.kəl/ us/ˌtɑː.pəˈɡræf.ɪ.kəl/ (also topographic)
地形学的
relating to topography (= the study of the physical appearance of the natural features of land)
Frequently a place name was chosen on the basis of a topographical feature. 地名常常是根据地形特征选择的。
Because of the trees, a lot of topographical maps can be very inaccurate. 由于有树的缘故，许多地形图可能非常不准确。
He studied topographic maps of the area, looking for the best place to build the road.
See: topography
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- Do a topographical site survey in order to confirm the real area of the property.
- He criticized the lack of detailed topographical studies of towns at that time.
- Topographical engineers prepared a map of the ground on which battles were fought.
- Hills, forests, and other topographic features can affect mobile phone reception.