topography
Definitions
The arrangement of the natural and artificial physical features of an area.
The study or description of the surface features of a region, including its relief and the position of its natural and man-made features.
The precise detailing of the features of a specific part of a body or organ.
Examples
The rugged topography of the mountain range made it difficult for the hikers to find a clear path.
Engineers had to carefully study the local topography before designing the foundation for the new bridge.
Synonyms
terrain landscape relief geography surface features lay of the land configuration