Definitions

1. noun

A map or plan showing the location and details of buildings, especially in relation to firefighting.

“The fire department used the Sanborn map to locate the exact position of the fire.”

2. proper noun

Sanborn, a surname, or Sanborn, a city in Maine.

“Sanborn, Maine, is a charming town surrounded by beautiful forests.”

3. verb

To draw or create a Sanborn map.

“The architect was hired to sanborn the new office building for the company.”