the branch of science which deals with the measurement and description of the physical features of oceans, seas, coastal areas, lakes and rivers, as well as with the prediction of their change over ti [..]

"science of the measurement and description of the sea," 1550s, from hydro- + -graphy. Related: Hydrographic.

measurement and study of the surface waters of the Earth.

The measurement and study of depths and currents in open seas, lakes, estuaries, and rivers.

[GIS dictionary] Hydrography is a term describing the geographic representation of water features such as streams, rivers and lakes in a GIS.

The study of the surface waters of the Earth. Hydroponics:

The study of the surface waters of the Earth.

(n) the science of the measurement and description and mapping of the surface waters of the earth with special reference to navigation

is the study and mapping of the physical properties of bodies of waters using measurements. The analyzed properties include water depth, temperature, salinity, density, oxygen, tides, and currents. In some applications, hydrographic data implies vertical profiles of temperature or salinity or both.

The charting and description of bodies of water.

Science that deals with the measurement and description of the physical features of the oceans, seas, lakes, rivers, and their adjoining coastal areas, with particular reference to their use for navig [..]

of or relating to the characteristic features (as flow or depth) of bodies of water. Hurricane

(1) The description and study of seas, lakes, rivers and other waters. (2) The science of locating aids and dangers to navigation. (3) The description of physical properties of the waters of a region.

The science and practice of surveying oceans and seas, the charting of coasts, the collection of information relating to navigation, the production of charts and sailing directions, the investigation [..]

The study of the earth's waters.

the science of surveying the surface waters of the earth with special reference to their use in navigation

The study of the earth's waters.

study of investigating bodies of water.

The mapping of the characteristics of oceans, lakes, and rivers.

(nautical) The scientific measurement and description of the physical features and conditions of navigable waters and the shoreline.