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Mapping Definition & Meaning

mapping
noun
  1. (mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of another set (the range of the function)
  2. (genetics) the process of locating genes on a chromosome

"Mapping" in song lyrics

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  • "admixture mapping"
    AOL — AOL
  • "sattelite mapping"
    AOL — AOL
  • "search drives drive mapping"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does mapping mean?
(mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of another set (the range of the function) (genetics) the process of locating genes on a chromosome
What part of speech is mapping?
Mapping is a noun.
How many definitions does mapping have?
Mapping has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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