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1. A representation, usually on a plane surface, of a region of the earth or heavens.

2. Something that suggests such a representation, as in clarity of representation.

Mathematics The correspondence of elements in one set to elements in the same set or another set.

Slang The human face.

Genetics A genetic map.

1. To make a map of.

2. To depict as if on a map: Grief was mapped on his face.

To explore or make a survey of (a region) for the purpose of making a map.

To plan or delineate, especially in detail; arrange: mapping out her future.

Genetics To locate (a gene or DNA sequence) in a specific region of a chromosome in relation to known genes or DNA sequences.

Mathematics To establish a mapping of (an element or a set).