Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Synonyms

Question:

From the given options, choose the most appropriate meaning of the word:

"CARTOGRAPHER"

Options:

one who draws maps

study of fossils

one who collects stamps

a number of cases

Correct Answer:

one who draws maps

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) - one who draws maps

  • A Cartographer is a person who specializes in the art and science of creating maps. The term comes from the Greek words "chartes" (map) and "graphein" (to write).
  1. Study of fossils: Refers to Paleontology, not cartography.
  2. One who collects stamps: Refers to Philatelist, not cartographer.
  3. A number of cases: This does not relate to cartography.