Cartographers close-up Crossword Clue

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Its time to solve "Cartographers close-up" crossword clue for today's "Wall Street Journal" daily crossword.

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Cartographers close-up" leads to the answer "INSET" for today's crossword puzzle. Let's break down why this answer fits perfectly:

1. Cartographers: Cartographers are mapmakers who create detailed and accurate maps.
2. Close-up: This term suggests a zoomed-in or detailed view of something.

When we combine "Cartographers" with "Close-up," we get the concept of a mapmaker providing a more detailed view of a specific area within a larger map. This additional detailed area on a map is commonly referred to as an INSET. It provides a closer look at a particular region, offering more information and clarity for the map reader.

Definition of "INSET"

a thing that is put in or inserted

Example :

a pair of doors with their original stained-glass insets

elastic insets in the waistband

washbasins are usually inset into a toilet table to form a vanity unit

 The Crossword clue "Cartographers close-up" published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Wall Street Journal	7 December 2017	INSET