locating

Meanings

• Verb

  The act of finding or determining the location of something.

• The process of identifying the position or whereabouts of an object, person, or thing.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with locating
ocating , locating the spot , co-creating

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Variants

List of all variants of locating that leads to same result
locatable , locate , located , locates , locating , co-locate , co-located , co-locates , co-locating , co-location , co-locations , colocate , colocated , colocates , colocating , colocation , colocations

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Forms

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located, locating, locates

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'locare' which means 'to place' or 'to occupy'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'geolocation' was first used in 1977 by the U.S. military to track the location of enemy forces.

2. Locating is an essential skill for emergency responders, helping them quickly identify the location of a crisis.

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Related Concepts

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1. Navigation: Locating is a crucial aspect of navigation, helping individuals and systems determine their position and find their way to a desired destination.

2. Geolocation: Geolocation is a modern application of locating, using technology to determine the precise location of a person or object.

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Culture

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Locating has been used extensively in various forms of art and literature, often symbolizing the search for knowledge, understanding, or enlightenment.

How to Memorize "locating"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a map with a red dot representing the location you are trying to find. Visualize yourself moving closer to the location and the dot getting bigger until you reach it.
   - Visualize a treasure hunt, where you follow clues to find the hidden treasure.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'locating' with 'finding' or 'determining location'.
   - Think of a detective searching for a missing person or a hiker navigating through the woods.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Locate' to remember the definition: 'Locate' stands for 'Find' or 'Determine Location'.
   - Create a mental image of a compass, with 'locating' being the action of finding your direction.

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