geodetic survey

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geodetic survey [¦jē·ə¦ded·ik ′sər‚vā]

(engineering)

A survey in which the figure and size of the earth are considered; it is applicable for large areas and long lines and is used for the precise location of basic points suitable for controlling other surveys.

geodetic survey

A land survey in which the curvature of the earth is considered; applicable for large areas and long lines; used for the precise location of basic points suitable for controlling other surveys.

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