mapmaker

noun

map·​mak·​er ˈmap-ˌmā-kər How to pronounce mapmaker (audio)
mapmaking noun

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It was published in 1847 by influential New York mapmaker John Disturnell. Lauren Villagran, USA Today, 28 June 2026 Once considered competitive territory, the district was transformed into safe Republican ground after Democratic mapmakers packed it with conservative voters siphoned from neighboring GOP seats. Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 3 June 2026 Meanwhile, his daughter, Enda, is adventurous and talented, perfect for the role of mapmaker’s assistant, but Tomás inevitably realizes her fitness too late. Katy Waldman, New Yorker, 1 June 2026 DeSantis’ mapmaker crammed the 20th District with as many Democrats as possible to make neighboring districts more Republican-oriented. Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 21 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for mapmaker

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1598, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of mapmaker was in 1598

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“Mapmaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mapmaker. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.

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mapmaker

noun
map·​mak·​er ˈmap-ˌmā-kər How to pronounce mapmaker (audio)

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