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atlas

Pronunciation: ['ætləs]

Word

Learn how to use atlas in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “geography”

(noun) a book or collection of maps that show different places around the world. It's like a guide that helps you understand where countries, cities, and roads are located.

Example

We used an atlas to find out where all the countries are in Europe.

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He couldn't find the information he needed because he didn't have an atlas.

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Can you show me where that city is in the atlas?

Context: “mythology”

(noun) a character from Greek mythology who was punished to hold up the sky. People often use his name to refer to strength and endurance.

Example

In the story, Atlas held up the world on his shoulders, showing incredible strength.

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Unlike Atlas, the hero in the story didn't have to carry such a heavy burden.

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Do you know why Atlas was condemned to hold up the sky?

How to pronounce atlas

Pronunciation: ['ætləs]

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