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AREA FEATURE [1 record]

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Record 1 2011-01-24

English

Subject field(s)
  • Cartography
DEF

A feature extending by definition over an area.

OBS

Represented on maps by an outline, a solid or screened color, crosshatching, a regular pattern of symbols spread over the area or a combination of these possibilities.

OBS

Contrast with "point feature" and "line feature."

OBS

area feature: term used at Natural Resources Canada - Earth Sciences Sector.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Cartographie
DEF

Objet représenté sur une carte par une surface teintée, ou demi-teintée, et/ou délimitée par un contour.

OBS

aréolaire : Qui a trait à l'aire ou à la surface.

OBS

élément zonal : terme en usage à Ressources naturelles Canada - Secteur des sciences de la Terre.

Spanish

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