アトラス
Meanings
1
In Greek mythology, the Titan who holds up the sky. Also used for the mountain range in North Africa and related proper nouns.
Atlas is the giant who holds up the sky in Greek mythology.
2
Refers to a bound collection of maps. The same katakana form is used for both the mythological figure and the book.
I opened the atlas to look at the world map.
Usage patterns
- アトラスで〈場所〉を調べるto look up a place in an atlas
I looked up the island's location in an atlas.
- アトラスを開くto open an atlas
I opened an atlas to plan my trip.