Mud map is an Australian term for an informal map, intended to assist, but with no pretentions to accuracy or completeness. The term originates in such a map drawn in mud or dust with a stick, [1] perhaps in response to a query by a stranger.
Examples of use
Now comes the keystone to understanding between black and white — the mud map. [2]
Left: A New Zealand soldier provides a lesson on using mud maps during the TGT-7 mission rehearsal exercise. [3]
References
- ^ W. S. Ramson, ed. (1988). The Australian National Dictionary. Oxford University Press. ISBN 0195547365.
- ^ "The Explorer". The Queenslander. Vol. XV, no. 178. Queensland, Australia. 11 January 1879. p. 43. Retrieved 14 September 2023 – via National Library of Australia.
- ^ "Ready for action". Army. No. 1419. Australia, Australia. 17 May 2018. p. 4. Retrieved 14 September 2023 – via National Library of Australia.