northings

/ˈnɔrθɪŋz/
noun
  1. The distance or coordinate measured northward from a reference line, used in mapping and surveying.
    • The map shows the northings and eastings for each grid square.
    • To find the location, you need to read the northings along the vertical axis.
    • The surveyor recorded the northings as 4,567 meters from the baseline.
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