Meaning of the word maps in English

What does maps mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

maps

US /mæps/
UK /mæps/

Plural Noun

diagrams or collections of diagrams representing an area of land or sea showing physical features, cities, roads, etc.

Example:
We used a GPS and paper maps to navigate the unfamiliar territory.
The old atlas contained detailed maps of ancient civilizations.

Verb

to represent (an area) on a map; to make a map of

Example:
Explorers spent years trying to accurately map the uncharted coastline.
The new software can map complex data relationships visually.