globalgrid
nounUK /ˈɡləʊ.bəl.ɡrɪd/
US /ˈɡloʊ.bəl.ɡrɪd/
A big map of lines that covers the whole world.
The teacher showed us a globalgrid to help us find countries.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A system of computers around the world that work together.
The scientists used a globalgrid to share their data.
3. A worldwide network for sending and receiving power or information.
The globalgrid keeps electricity flowing between countries.
4. A pattern of lines drawn across a world map to help locate places.
Each square on the globalgrid has its own number.