What does ATLAS mean?

Atlas

1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definitions:

• a book of maps or charts
• a person who supports a great burden or responsibility

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈæt.ləs/
• UK: /ˈæt.ləs/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "atlas" comes from the name of a mythical Greek god who supported the heavens on his shoulders. The first known use of the word "atlas" to refer to a book of maps was in 1595. Today, atlases are used for a variety of purposes, including geography, astronomy, and anatomy. The word "atlas" is also used metaphorically to refer to a person who carries a great burden or responsibility.

5. Synonyms:

• map book
• chart book
• burden bearer
• responsibility holder

6. Related Words:

• atilt
• altar
• alpha
• amass
• amaze

7. Example Sentences:

• She used an atlas to find the location of the city.
• He felt like an atlas, carrying the weight of the world on his shoulders.