BATHYGRAPHIC

Etymology

Adjective

bathygraphic (not comparable)

Relating to bathygraphy.

Source: Wiktionary


Bath`y*graph"ic, a. [Gr. deep + graphic.]

Definition: Descriptive of the ocean depth; as, a bathygraphic chart.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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Word of the Day

4 June 2025

LEND

(verb) bestow a quality on; “Her presence lends a certain cachet to the company”; “The music added a lot to the play”; “She brings a special atmosphere to our meetings”; “This adds a light note to the program”


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