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map reference

- The numbers and letters you use to find a location on a map.

See also related terms for location.

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map reference

A means of identifying a point on the surface of the Earth by relating it to information appearing on a map, generally the graticule or grid.

Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms. US Department of Defense 2005.