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Definition of «gps»

GPS stands for Global Positioning System. It is a satellite-based navigation system that provides location and time information in any weather condition, anywhere on or near the Earth's surface. The GPS network includes a constellation of 31 satellites and ground stations that monitor and control the system.

Usage examples

  1. My phone has a built-in GPS that helps me navigate while driving.
  2. I used GPS to find the nearest gas station during my road trip.
  3. The GPS on my smartwatch tracks my running distance and pace.
  4. The hikers relied on their handheld GPS devices to navigate through the remote trails.
  5. Many delivery services use GPS to track the location of their drivers in real-time.
  6. During a camping trip, we used a GPS app to mark the location of our campsite.
  7. The GPS coordinates guided us to the hidden treasure during a geocaching adventure.
  8. The GPS system on a fishing boat helped us identify the best fishing spots.
  9. The company installed GPS tracking devices on their fleet of trucks to optimize logistics.
  10. A GPS-enabled fitness tracker records my cycling route and shows the distance covered.

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