Meaning of the word "global positioning system" in English
What does "global positioning system" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
global positioning system
US /ˈɡloʊbəl pəˈzɪʃənɪŋ ˈsɪstəm/
UK /ˈɡloʊbəl pəˈzɪʃənɪŋ ˈsɪstəm/
Noun
1.
a satellite-based navigation system that provides location and time information anywhere on or near the Earth where there is an unobstructed line of sight to four or more GPS satellites
Example:
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My car has a global positioning system built in.
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We used the global positioning system to find our way through the forest.
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