Phrase guide

grid reference

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

The point or area on a map described by the numbers or letters indicated.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • The church is at grid reference 44 12.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

grid + reference

Across languages

Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Scottish Gaelic: comharra-clèithe — point or area on a map
  • Scottish Gaelic: iùl-clèithe — point or area on a map