Cutline

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-001514",
  "term": "Cutline",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A cleared path or narrow strip cut through dense vegetation, such as forests, to establish a clear line of sight for surveying instruments. These lines allow surveyors to measure distances and angles accurately without obstruction. Cutlines are often used for property boundaries, seismic exploration, or utility right-of-way surveys.",
  "subject": "Surveying",
  "references": [
    "Surface disturbance linear features - Data - Open government portal - Government of Yukon (Government of Yukon)"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Schneiselinie",
    "es": "línea de corte",
    "fr": "coupe-feu"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/cutline/"
}