mapping

Everyday

1. The making of maps of an area. tree →
2. (maths) A rule that links each item in one set to an item in another set, like a function. tree →
3. A plan or diagram that shows how things are connected: a mind mapping activity. tree →
4. (verb form) -ing form of «map»: we are mapping the playground. tree →

In the lessons

In geography lessons pupils do mapping of the school grounds. In maths a mapping diagram shows arrows from inputs to outputs (for example each number to its double). In everyday life apps use mapping to show routes. Phrases: mind mapping, mapping out (planning), map out a route.

Examples

• Our class is mapping the school playground. tree →
• Satellites help with mapping the Earth. tree →
• In maths we drew a mapping diagram from x to 2x. tree →
• The mapping shows that 3 goes to 6 and 4 goes to 8. tree →
• Mind mapping helps me plan my stories. tree →
• They are mapping out the route for the charity walk. tree →
• Phone apps use mapping to show where you are. tree →
• Scientists are mapping the ocean floor. tree →

Note

«Mapping» comes from the verb «map» with a doubled p: map, mapped, mapping. In maths, a mapping that gives each input exactly one output is a function. «Map out» = plan carefully.