mapping

noun

map·​ping ˈma-piŋ 

1

: the act or process of making a map

2

: function sense 5a

a one-to-one continuous mapping

Examples of mapping in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The common language provided by process mapping offers a structured framework to visualize workflows, identify inefficiencies, and align business and IT teams. —Kerry Brown, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025

More than 130 Houthi attacks occurred throughout the region since November 2023, according to crisis mapping and data collection firm Armed Conflict Location and Event Data. —Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 12 Mar. 2025

Google is launching a new collaboration with location intelligence company Esri that will provide new advanced mapping technology. —Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 11 Mar. 2025

Spagnolo said the mapping system allows the department to drill down on different components of a neighborhood from diversity to social economic conditions. —Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 10 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1752, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for mapping

• capping
• clapping
• flapping
• lapping
• napping
• rapping
• sapping
• scrapping
• slapping
• snapping
• strapping
• tapping