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Orthomorphic Projection

Description:

Orthomorphic projection, also known as conformal projection, is a map projection that accurately represents angles and shapes on a curved surface. It is commonly used in cartography to create maps that accurately depict small areas or specific regions.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Noun: In cartography, the technique of representing the Earth's surface on a flat map by maintaining the correct shape or form of features.

Example Sentence: The orthomorphic projection used for the city's map allowed for accurate depiction of the streets and landmarks.

Sense 2:

Adjective: Referring to a projection that preserves shapes.

Example Sentence: The orthomorphic projection map gave a realistic representation of the mountain ranges.

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