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Noun: hydrography  hI'dró-gru-fee
  1. The science of the measurement and description and mapping of the surface waters of the earth with special reference to navigation
    "Hydrography is essential for creating nautical charts and ensuring safe maritime navigation"

Derived forms: hydrographies

Type of: oceanography, oceanology

Encyclopedia: Hydrography