1. a book of maps
2. the first vertebra of the neck that supports the skull
Usage: anatomy
3. a figure of a man used as a supporting column in architecture
Usage: architecture

Examples

• She opened the world atlas to find the location of Madagascar.
• The geography teacher used a road atlas to plan the field trip route.
• The doctor explained that a fracture of the atlas can be very serious.
• The ancient Greek building featured carved atlases supporting the roof.
• Students consulted the historical atlas to understand territorial changes over time.
• The library’s reference section contained several specialized atlases.