1. relating to or involving the measurement of plane surfaces or areas
Usage: technical; mathematics; surveying
2. showing only horizontal distances and positions without indicating elevation or relief
Usage: cartography; mapping

Examples

• The surveyor used planimetric methods to calculate the area of the property.
• Planimetric maps show roads and buildings but not hills or valleys.
• The planimetric survey focused on measuring the flat dimensions of the site.
• Engineers relied on planimetric data to plan the construction layout.
• The planimetric projection displayed the city’s street grid clearly.
• Planimetric measurements are essential for determining land boundaries.