Meaning of the word "geographic information system" in English
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geographic information system
US /ˌdʒiː.əˈɡræf.ɪk ɪn.fɚˌmeɪ.ʃən ˈsɪs.təm/
UK /ˌdʒiː.əˈɡræf.ɪk ɪn.fɚˌmeɪ.ʃən ˈsɪs.təm/
Noun
1.
a system designed to capture, store, manipulate, analyze, manage, and present all types of geographical data
Example:
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We used a geographic information system to map the distribution of endangered species.
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Understanding a geographic information system is crucial for urban planning.
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