earthgrid

noun
UK /ˈɜːθɡrɪd/
US /ˈɝːθɡrɪd/

A grid is a set of crossing lines, so an earthgrid is a pattern of lines drawn on the ground or on a map to help us find places.

The teacher showed us an earthgrid on the map so we could find the treasure.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A network of power lines connected to the ground.

The earthgrid carries electricity to homes across the country.

3. A system of connected paths or roads across the land.

Ancient people built an earthgrid of trails through the forest.

4. A set of imaginary lines used by scientists to study the planet.

Scientists use an earthgrid to measure changes in the ground.