GIS Dictionary

[data analysis] The computation of an output raster where the output value at each cell location is a function of […]

[ESRI software] In Survey Analyst for field measurements, the field that is the current target for data entry.

[ESRI software] In ArcCatalog, a top-level item in the Catalog tree that provides quick access to geographic data stored on

[ESRI software] In ArcGIS, a method for placing geodatabase annotation relative to a line or polygon feature. For example, text

[graphics map display] A single typeface or a set of related patterns representing characters or symbols at one size.

[data structures] The extent (often rectangular) of each raster dataset in the mosaic dataset or image service definition. This outline

[ESRI software] In MOLE, a component of a map display that shows where force units are located so that the

[ESRI software] In MOLE, a type of graphic that represents a military unit (such as Company A, 1st Battalion of

1 [map display] In a scene or display, the area that appears to be closest to an observer. 2 [ESRI

[database structures] An attribute or set of attributes in one table that match the primary key attributes in another table.

[cartography] Lines on a map that approximate the shape of terrain in lieu of actual contours. Form lines do not