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positioning, location measurement, geodetic surveying
The process of determining one's position or location, especially using technology such as GPS or satellites.
測位 refers to the process of determining a geographical position, especially using satellite or electronic technology.
Forms
測 (measure) + 位 (position) = measuring position
Compounds
- GPS測位: GPS positioning
- 衛星測位: satellite positioning
- 測位システム: positioning system
- 測位精度: positioning accuracy
- 測位衛星: positioning satellite
Watch out
Do not confuse with 即位 (accession to the throne), which has the same reading but completely different meaning and kanji.
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Technical term used in navigation, surveying, and technology contexts. In everyday conversation, people are more likely to say 位置情報 (location information) or GPS.