grapho-, graph-, -graph, -graphy, -grapher, -graphia +
(Greek: to scratch; to write, to record, to draw, to describe; that which is written or described)
As indicated at the bottom of this page, there are at least 1,140 graphic word groups in this unit. Such an extensive listing is provided to show how significant the grapho- element is to the English language.
hygrography
The design, construction, and use of hygrographs or any of several forms of automated hygrometers that record humidity; or an instrument that measures the humidity of the air or other gases; especially, the relative humidity.
hygrothermograph
1. An instrument that records the temperature and humidity of the air on a single chart.
2. A visual record of temperature and relative humidity readings taken over a period of several days.
hygrothermography
The recording of both temperature and humidity.
hylergography
The recording of the activities of cells as they respond to environmental influences.
hymenography
A description of the membranes of animal bodies.
hymnography
The literary history and bibliography of hymns.
hypnocinematograph
An instrument for recording movements made during sleep.
hypsographic
1. Characterized by the depiction of the contours and elevations of the natural features on the surface of the earth.
2. A representation or description of the earth's topological features above sea level, as on a map.
hypsographical
A reference to the scientific study of the earth's topological configuration above sea level; especially, the measurement and mapping of land elevations.
hypsography
1. The scientific study of the earth's configuration above sea level; emphasizing the measurement of land altitudes relative to sea level.
2. The measurement of the elevation of land above sea level, as on a map.
hysterography
1. The graphic recording of the strength of uterine contractions in labor.
2. Radiography of the uterus after instillation of a contrast medium.
3. A recording of the frequency and intensity of contractions of the uterus.
ichnograph
A drawing of ground plans for the layout of buildings.
ichnographic
Referring to the art or practice of drawing ground plans for the layout of buildings.
ichnographical
1. Describing a ground plot.
2. Descriptive of a diagram, usually to scale, of the relationships between rooms, spaces and other physical features at one level of a structure.
ichnographically
1. Relating to the art of drawing a ground plan or a layout of a building.
2. Characteristic of a ground plan or a layout of a building with a horizontal representation of such a building.
Related "writing" word units:
glypto-;
gram-;
scrib-, script-.
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