mapfeature
nounUK /ˈmæp ˌfiː.tʃə/
US /ˈmæp ˌfiː.tʃɚ/
A map feature is a special thing drawn on a map, like a river, road, or mountain.
The blue line on the map is a map feature that shows a river.
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2. A notable natural or human-made object shown on a map, such as a lake or bridge.
The old bridge is an important map feature for hikers.
3. A labeled point of interest in a digital mapping app.
Tap the map feature to see the park's opening hours.
4. Any line, shape, or icon used in cartography to represent real-world information.
Contour lines are a map feature that shows how steep a hill is.