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Global Positioning System

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Definition: A system of satellites and ground units which enable a user to determine their absolute location on the earth's surface.
Also Known As: GPS
Common Misspellings: Global Positioning Satellite, Global Positioning Service
Examples:
I have a GPS unit in my car which tells me when and where to turn so I don't get lost anymore.

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