topo
- A colloquial term for a topographic map, which is a detailed and accurate graphic representation of cultural and natural features on the ground. nounThe hiker used a topo to navigate through the dense forest.Before starting the expedition, the team studied the topo to understand the terrain.
- In climbing, a diagram or photograph that shows the routes on a climbing wall or rock face. nounThe climber referred to the topo to plan his ascent.She sketched a topo of the climbing routes for the new guidebook.