planimetrically

/ˌplænɪˈmɛtrɪkli/
adverb
  1. In a way that relates to the measurement of distances and areas on a flat surface, especially on a map or plan.
    • The map was drawn planimetrically, showing only horizontal distances without any elevation data.
    • The engineers measured the land planimetrically to create an accurate base map for the project.
    • Planimetrically, the two plots of land appear the same size, but the hilly terrain makes one harder to build on.
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