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contour line |
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contour line a line on a map or chart joining points of equal height or depth contour line [′kän‚tu̇r ‚līn] (mapping) A map line representing a contour, that is, connecting points of equal elevation above or below a datum plane, usually mean sea level. Also known as contour; isoheight; isohypse. (meteorology) A line on a weather map connecting points of equal atmospheric pressure, temperature, or such. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Two sides of each triangle extend on longitude lines from this pole vertex to the remaining two vertices which both lie on the target contour line. The Energetic Gamma-Ray Experiment Telescope localized the burst to the area inside the jagged contour line. 11, 1996--Kensington Technology Group, a leader in high-quality computer accessories, peripherals and software, announced today its new Contour line of brightly colored and curved wrist pads. |
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