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triangulate

UK
/traɪˈæŋɡjʊleɪt/
US
/traɪˈæŋɡjəˌleɪt/
triangulateverb
triangulated
Past Simple
triangulated
Past Participle
triangulating
Gerund
UK
/traɪˈæŋɡjʊleɪt/
US
/traɪˈæŋɡjəˌleɪt/
Translations
The surveyors triangulate the area to create an accurate map.
Геодезисты триангулируют местность, чтобы создать точную карту.
Definitions
To determine the location of a point by forming triangles to it from known points.
The surveyors triangulated the position of the new building using GPS coordinates.
To divide an area into triangles for the purpose of surveying or mapping.
The team triangulated the landscape to create an accurate topographical map.
To calculate or estimate something by using multiple sources or methods.
The researchers triangulated the data from various studies to draw a more comprehensive conclusion.
To form a triangle or triangles.
The artist triangulated the shapes to create a geometric pattern.
In politics or strategy, to adopt a position that attempts to reconcile or incorporate elements of opposing viewpoints.
The candidate tried to triangulate by supporting lower taxes while increasing social spending.
Synonyms
calculate
determine
map
locate
position
triangulatepast participle
Definitions
Composed of or reinforced by a framework of triangles; determined or fixed by triangulation.
The engineer designed a triangulated truss to support the roof.
triangulategerund / present participle
Definitions
Functioning by or involved in the process of triangulating.
A network of triangulating satellites constantly monitors tectonic movements.
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