1. relating to correct or conventional spelling
2. relating to orthography or the study of spelling systems
Usage: linguistic
3. relating to projection drawing where lines are drawn perpendicular to the plane of projection
Usage: technical; geometry

Examples

• The teacher corrected several orthographic errors in the student’s essay.
• Modern spell-checkers help prevent common orthographic mistakes.
• The linguist studied orthographic variations across different languages.
• Orthographic projection is used in technical drawing and engineering.
• The manuscript contained numerous orthographic inconsistencies.
• Students must master orthographic conventions to write effectively.