Pronunciation: [ˈiːstɪŋ] (IPA) 
The word "Easting" is spelled with the phonetic transcription /ˈiːstɪŋ/. The first sound is a long "e" sound, followed by an "s" sound, and then a "t" sound. The second syllable starts with a short "i" sound, followed by an "ng" sound. The word "Easting" is often used in navigation and refers to the eastward component of a direction or location. In linguistics, it can also refer to the use of an eastern dialect or accent.
Easting refers to a geographical term used in cartography and navigation to describe an eastward movement or position within a coordinate system, specifically in relation to longitude. It is widely used in the field of surveying, mapping, and geodesy.
In a coordinate system, like the commonly used geographic coordinate system (latitude and longitude), easting represents the measurement or distance from the prime meridian to a specific point or location along the east-west axis. It provides a means of quantifying the pace or position of a particular point in an east-west direction along a given latitude line.
Typically measured in units such as degrees, minutes, or seconds of arc, or in metric units like meters or kilometers, easting is usually represented by positive numerical values when moving eastwards from the prime meridian. Conversely, when moving westwards, the easting value becomes negative, indicating the distance or position from the prime meridian in the opposite direction.
Easting coordinates are often used in conjunction with northing coordinates, which represent north-south movements or positions along the latitude lines. Together, easting and northing provide a precise system for locating specific points on a map, enabling accurate measurement, navigation, and geographic data analysis.
Among seamen, the distance a ship makes good in an east direction; the East, eastern regions; Asiatic countries.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "Easting" is derived from the Old English word "east" meaning "towards the east". It is formed by adding the suffix "-ing" which indicates "belonging to" or "related to". The term "Easting" is primarily utilized in navigation and surveying contexts to refer to the measurement of distance traveled in an eastward direction.
