geospatial

adjective

geo·​spa·​tial ˌjē-ō-ˈspā-shəl How to pronounce geospatial (audio)
: consisting of, derived from, or relating to data that is directly linked to specific geographical locations
If the data set consists of geographical information, it is called spatial (or geospatial) mining.Paul McFedries
This investigation uses … geospatial approaches to examine how changing neighborhood conditions after Hurricane Katrina affected the probability of the presence of unattended pools.Imelda K. Moise et al.

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However, the methodology of geospatial analysis developed by her isn’t limited to the particular application mentioned, and can be applied across many other industries. Alexandra Harbert, USA TODAY, 15 Feb. 2025 Powered by geospatial digital twins, these virtual environments offer a unique advantage: realistic experiences without permanent consequences. Kathleen Kewley, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025 As additional wildfires raged in Los Angeles in January, one of my company’s customers, Direct Relief, used geospatial AI to show where healthcare facilities have been damaged or destroyed—and where the top priorities were to escalate relief response targeting the areas of greatest need. Mike Capone, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025 Mary attended a nearby college and graduated with a degree in geospatial studies. Stephanie H. Murray, The Atlantic, 31 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for geospatial

Word History

Etymology

geo- + spatial

First Known Use

1970, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of geospatial was in 1970

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“Geospatial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/geospatial. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.

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