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

Examples of geographic in a Sentence

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This involves processing large datasets and tracking minimum order quantities (MOQs) as well as geographic logistics and supplier certifications—all on a dashboard and done in a snap. Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 2 July 2026 The original zones are spread across the state, however, some of the larger geographic zones are in eastern and southern Arkansas. Dylan Sherman, Arkansas Online, 2 July 2026 In Leo’s case, the first-generation constellation is designed to span 3,232 satellites inserted into specific orbits to cover certain geographic regions. Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 2 July 2026 However, strict immigration rules, the country’s geographic isolation, and the steep costs of relocating mean only wealthy Americans can realistically make the move. Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 2 July 2026 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 4 Jul. 2026.

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