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geolocation

geolocation

2 3.9
A way to find the exact place of a phone or person using GPS
  • noun
  • /ˌdʒiːoʊlɪˈkeɪʃən/
  • Specialized
translation icon : geolocalización
  • Paper maps are becoming obsolete, but we now stand on the verge of another revolution in geolocation accuracy.
  • geolocation data
  • geolocation app
  • precise geolocation

Same question for geolocation data from cellular carriers or map products.

Examples

  • Absolute Software's Lojack for Laptops has been around for years and offers remote file deletion, geolocation, and remote locking with message display.

    Blog text (25)

  • It's already been done with geolocation and storage.

    Blog text (24)

  • Hi, I have a map with geolocation.

    Blog text (1)

  • We set out with ambitious plans to have our website feature the live weather conditions using the geolocation from anyone who looked at it.

    Blog text (29)

  • The limited data communications capability allowed the DTCS to provide ship-bound commanders with geolocation information down to the squad level.

    Blog text (19)

  • The geolocation system pinpointed the exact location of the lost hiker in the mountains.

  • With the advancement of technology, geolocation has made it easier to track deliveries in real-time.

  • Many smartphone applications rely on geolocation to provide users with relevant local information.

Synonyms

fix
vsgeolocation
  • Specialized
35 6.5

An exact location of something for navigation

is an ongoing technological process rather than one single measured result
positioning
vsgeolocation
  • Specialized
12 4.5

Finding the exact location of a device using GPS or satellite signals

focuses on finding devices or people using GPS and similar technologies
locating
vsgeolocation
1 2.7

Finding where something is, often using maps or GPS

relies on specific technology to find physical devices or persons
localization
vsgeolocation
  • US
1 6.1

To find the exact place where something is

targets electronic devices and people using GPS or related technology

How Accurate

geolocation
  • Specialized
2 3.9
coordinate
  • Specialized
407 4.5
trilateration
  • Specialized
9.0
localization
  • US
1 6.1
location
41 1.4

Surface Forms

geolocation singular
geolocations plural

Morphology

geolocation = location (semi-transparent) = geo + location

The word is formed transparently from 'geo' and 'location', but the technical GPS-related sense is slightly specialized.

Etymology

Geolocation comes from the parts geo- meaning 'earth' and location meaning 'place', like in geography. So it now means finding the exact 'place' of a phone or device on the earth, often using GPS.