geographic

adjective

geo·​graph·​ic ˌjē-ə-ˈgra-fik How to pronounce geographic (audio)
variants or geographical
1
: of or relating to geography
2
: belonging to or characteristic of a particular region
the geographic features of Ohio
geographically adverb

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Typically, VPNs don't work with most video streaming services because the geographic location spoofing interferes with regional licensing deals. PCMAG, 31 Jan. 2025 Two substations in different geographic locations can power the Dome. Carlie Kollath Wells, Axios, 31 Jan. 2025 These many watering holes are reflective of the Lone Star state's varied geographic regions, from bald cypress swamps to mountainous desert lakes. Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 30 Jan. 2025 The map below gives an estimation of the geographic dispersion of crypto investors. Javier Paz, Forbes, 28 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for geographic 

Word History

Etymology

see geography

First Known Use

1559, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of geographic was in 1559

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“Geographic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/geographic. Accessed 13 Feb. 2025.

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