Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

isobath

Noun

/ˈaɪzəˌbæθ/

Definition

An isobath is a line on a map or chart that connects points of equal depth below a water body.

Examples

The oceanographer plotted isobaths on the map to show the submarine landscape.
By analyzing the isobaths, researchers could predict how currents would behave in that area.
Isobaths can help fishermen find the best spots to catch specific species.

Meaning

Isobaths are used in hydrology and oceanography to help visualize the underwater topography, much like contour lines in topography depict land elevation.