mapping

American  

[map-ing] / ˈmæp ɪŋ /

noun

1. the act or operation of making a map or maps.

2. Mathematics. function.

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mapping British  

/ ˈmæpɪŋ /

noun

1. maths another name for function

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Etymology

Origin of mapping

First recorded in 1765–75; map + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

These waves are especially useful for mapping seismic anisotropy across distances of hundreds of kilometers, offering a clearer picture of how deformation is distributed in the deepest mantle.

From Science Daily • Apr. 23, 2026

Lewis and Clark’s expedition to the Pacific was aimed at mapping trade routes, but its heroic ambition redefined the identity of a young nation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Projection mapping allowed festivalgoers to see their own faces on the visor’s display.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

"Our family would lie down and look at various places on the Moon that he would identify based on his mapping and his study guides," she said.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

When strong enough, the crew continued overland explorations and mapping of the Arctic terrain.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock