map reference
Point on chart
A map reference is a set of coordinates or grid numbers that identifies a specific location on a map.
Military and hiking maps typically use alphanumeric grid systems: The squad proceeded to map reference Delta-7.
The term also applies loosely to any notation pointing to a mapped location.
- GPS coordinatesSatellite-derived position numbers
- latitudeGeographic or personal freedom
- legendUnverified traditional tale
- eastingDistance moved toward sunrise
- contour linesLines joining equal elevations
gazetteer · key · scale bar · northing · longitude · map projection · boundary markers · waypoints · triangulation · grid squares · compass rose · surveying · navigation · map reading · you are here · grid · quadrant · landmark
representation vs. reality
map referenceground truth
Empirically confirmed actual information
physical location · territory · direct experience · physical geography