Hypsometry

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /hɪpsɒmətri/

Definitions of hypsometry

noun the science or technique of measuring heights above sea level

Example Sentences

A1 Hypsometry is the study of the measurement of heights above sea level.

A2 In geography class, we learned about hypsometry and how it relates to topographic maps.

B1 The hypsometry of the region was analyzed to determine the best location for the new hiking trail.

B2 Understanding hypsometry is essential for planning mountain climbing expeditions.

C1 The detailed hypsometry data collected by the research team provided valuable insights for the environmental impact assessment.

C2 The hypsometry survey conducted by the team revealed significant changes in the landscape over the past decade.

Examples of hypsometry in a Sentence

formal Hypsometry is the measurement of the elevation of the Earth's surface above sea level.

informal I learned about hypsometry in my geography class - it's all about measuring heights above sea level.

slang Hypsometry sounds like a fancy term for measuring how high things are.

figurative In the world of hypsometry, the peaks and valleys of the land tell a story of its geological history.

Grammatical Forms of hypsometry

past tense

hypsometried

plural

hypsometries

comparative

more hypsometric

superlative

most hypsometric

present tense

hypsometrizes

future tense

will hypsometrize

perfect tense

has hypsometrized

continuous tense

is hypsometrizing

singular

hypsometry

positive degree

hypsometric

infinitive

to hypsometrize

gerund

hypsometrizing

participle

hypsometrized

Origin and Evolution of hypsometry

First Known Use: 1823 year
Language of Origin: Greek
Story behind the word: The word 'hypsometry' originates from the combination of the Greek words 'hypsos' meaning height or altitude, and 'metron' meaning measure.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in geological contexts to refer to the measurement of elevations and depths of land surfaces, 'hypsometry' has evolved to encompass a broader range of applications in fields such as geography, cartography, and environmental science.