maps

/mæps/ · noun

Meaning

A visual representation of an area, whether real or imaginary.
A graphical representation of the relationships between objects, components or themes.
A function.
Any of various nymphalid butterflies of the genera Araschnia (especially, Araschnia levana) and Cyrestis, having map-like markings on the wings.
(old-fashioned) The face.
An imaginary or fictional area, often predefined and confined, where a game or a session thereof takes place.
To create a visual representation of a territory, etc. via cartography.
(followed by a "to" phrase) To act as a function on something, taking it to something else.
(followed by a "to" phrase) To have a direct relationship; to correspond.
To inform someone of a particular idea.

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