A line resembling a ruler, used to measure distance on a map. The line is divided into units at a ratio proportional to the scale of the map and labelled numerically to indicate the distance of each mark from the zero mark on the line. (Also called a graphic and linear scale).
a line on a map used to measure distances.
a graphical representation of a ground distance plotted to scale, with the advantage that the map scale remains true when the map itself is enlarged or reduced in photocopying
The proportion between a distance on the map and the actual distance in the field. Use the Map’s Bar Scale to determine the distance on a map.
A graduated line on a map, plan, photograph, or mosaic, by means of which actual ground distance may be determined; also called graphic scale.
This is that part of the map that looks like a ruler. It's a line that is used to measure distance on a map. The line is divided into units that are equivalent to the scale of the map. It is numbered so you know the distance of each mark from the zero mark on the line.
A line or parallel lines divided at specific intervals indicating map distances in relation to earth distances.