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unmapped

  • a word derived from map.
    map
    noun
    a representation, usually on a flat surface, as of the features of an area of the earth or a portion of the heavens, showing them in their respective forms, sizes, and relationships according to some convention of representation.

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Watson explained that evidence had been used to identify important habitats, including previously unmapped areas of seagrass, so protection could be focused where it was needed most.

From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026

From a science standpoint, "the content of the documents is absolutely incredible", said Francois Kervyn, the museum geologist leading the project, describing decades of painstaking fieldwork carried out in largely unmapped regions.

From Barron's ● Jul. 3, 2026

This double-counting pumps methane emission estimates for the region, but taken with the new findings of fewer unmapped small lakes, the researchers believe the problem is on a smaller magnitude than what was previously thought.

From Science Daily ● Dec. 12, 2023

He is treading into largely unmapped territory, with the potential to become the best baller with a Mexican passport.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 20, 2023

“How strange! An unmapped island with a moon that is always full.”

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood