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geographical

adj.
B1 Intermediate US //ˌdʒiəˈɡɹæfɪkəɫ// UK //dʒˌɪəɡɹˈæfɪkəl// ge·o·graph·i·cal Informal

adj. relating to the physical features of the earth, such as mountains, rivers, and where countries are located.

adj. relating to the study of the earth's physical features and the distribution of human populations and resources.


SIMPLE

The mountain range forms a natural geographical border.

CONTEXTUAL

The company expanded its services to cover a wider geographical area, including several remote islands.

COMPLEX

Success in international trade often depends on understanding the geographical constraints of a region, such as its proximity to deep-water ports and major transport corridors.

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Origin

From Late Latin geōgraphicus + -al. By surface analysis, geography + -ical.

Usage

Typically precedes the noun it modifies; often used in technical or academic contexts despite the informal tag in some datasets.

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