EDCS Reference Manual
EDCS Classification Dictionary - Concepts whose label begin with the letter V

EDCS Classification Label: VALLEY_BOTTOM_LINE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_VALLEY_BOTTOM_LINE

EDCS Classification Code: 1129

Definition:
A <LINE> representing of the lowest part of a <VALLEY_REGION>; a valley bottom line.

EDCS Group Labels: PHYSIOGRAPHY

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: CA025]


EDCS Classification Label: VALLEY_REGION

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_VALLEY_REGION

EDCS Classification Code: 1130

Definition:
A <REGION> of low <LAND> lying between <HILL>s or <MOUNTAIN>s and often having a <RIVER> flowing through it; a valley region.

EDCS Group Labels: PHYSIOGRAPHY

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: VARIABLE_DISPLACEMENT_LINE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_VARIABLE_DISPLACEMENT_LINE

EDCS Classification Code: 1131

Definition:
A <LINE> connecting <LOCATION>s having a varying relative vertical offset from the <TERRAIN>; a variable displacement line.

EDCS Group Labels: SURVEY

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: VEGETABLE_OIL_MILL

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_VEGETABLE_OIL_MILL

EDCS Classification Code: 1132

Definition:
A <BUILDING> that houses <EQUIPMENT> that releases the oils of vegetable seeds by pressing or grinding; a vegetable oil mill.

EDCS Group Labels: ANCILLARY_ARTEFACT, LAND_INDUSTRY

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: VEGETATED_SATURATED_LAND

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_VEGETATED_SATURATED_LAND

EDCS Classification Code: 1133

Definition:
A saturated <TRACT>, at times covered with <WATER>, supporting <VEGETATION> that may include <TREE>s; vegetated saturated land.

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROLOGY, PHYSIOGRAPHY

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: BH095]


EDCS Classification Label: VEGETATION

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_VEGETATION

EDCS Classification Code: 1134

Definition:
The <PLANT>s growing in a given <REGION>; vegetation.

EDCS Group Labels: PLANT

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [APDS]


EDCS Classification Label: VEHICLE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_VEHICLE

EDCS Classification Code: 1135

Definition:
<EQUIPMENT> providing a means of conveyance for transporting people or goods; a vehicle.

EDCS Group Labels: VEHICLE

Reference Type: DR

Reference:: [NSOED, "vehicle", II.6]


EDCS Classification Label: VEHICLE_BARRIER

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_VEHICLE_BARRIER

EDCS Classification Code: 1136

Definition:
An obstruction placed across a <TERRAIN_TRANSPORTATION_ROUTE> to prevent the passage of <VEHICLE>s; a vehicle barrier.

EDCS Group Labels: LAND_TRNSP, VEHICLE

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: AP041]


EDCS Classification Label: VEHICLE_LOT

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_VEHICLE_LOT

EDCS Classification Code: 1137

Definition:
A <TRACT> used for storing or parking <VEHICLE>s or <VESSEL>s; a vehicle lot.

EDCS Group Labels: LAND_TRNSP, VEHICLE

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: AQ140]


EDCS Classification Label: VEHICLE_SCALE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_VEHICLE_SCALE

EDCS Classification Code: 1138

Definition:
<EQUIPMENT> used to determine the weight of <VEHICLE>s, usually located alongside of a <ROAD>; a scale.

EDCS Group Labels: LAND_INDUSTRY, LAND_TRNSP, VEHICLE

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: VENUS

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_VENUS

EDCS Classification Code: 1139

Definition:
The primary <PLANET> of the <SUN> that is second in distance from the <SUN>, with an orbital mean radius of approximately 108,2 million kilometres; Venus.

EDCS Group Labels: SPACE

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [PSMOP]


EDCS Classification Label: VERTEBRATE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_VERTEBRATE

EDCS Classification Code: 1140

Definition:
An <ANIMAL> of the subphylum Vertebrata, comprising chordate animals with a bony or cartilaginous skeleton, skull, and spinal column, and including <FISH>s, <AMPHIBIAN>s, <REPTILE>s, <BIRD>s, and <MAMMAL>s; a vertebrate.

EDCS Group Labels: ANIMAL, LIVING_ORGANISM

Reference Type: DR

Reference:: [NSOED, "vertebrate", A]


EDCS Classification Label: VESSEL

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_VESSEL

EDCS Classification Code: 1141

Definition:
A <VEHICLE> capable of operation on the <WATER_BODY_SURFACE>, but which may also be able to operate beneath it; a vessel.

EDCS Group Labels: VEHICLE

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: VESSEL_BASIN

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_VESSEL_BASIN

EDCS Classification Code: 1142

Definition:
An enclosure containing <WATER> for a dock for <VESSEL>s; a basin.

EDCS Group Labels: HARBOUR_AND_PORT

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: BB022]


EDCS Classification Label: VESSEL_BERTH

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_VESSEL_BERTH

EDCS Classification Code: 1143

Definition:
The place where a <VESSEL> lies when secured to a <PIER>, <WHARF>, or <MOORING_DOLPHIN>; may also be a designated place away from the <COASTLINE>; a berth.

EDCS Group Labels: HARBOUR_AND_PORT

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: BB020]


EDCS Classification Label: VESSEL_STORAGE_ANCHORAGE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_VESSEL_STORAGE_ANCHORAGE

EDCS Classification Code: 1144

Definition:
A defined <REGION> of a <WATER_BODY> intended for long-term <VESSEL> <ANCHORAGE> and storage; a vessel storage anchorage.

EDCS Group Labels: HARBOUR_AND_PORT, SHELTER

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: VIADUCT

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_VIADUCT

EDCS Classification Code: 1145

Definition:
A <STRUCTURE> consisting of a series of arches or <TOWER>s supporting a <TERRAIN_TRANSPORTATION_ROUTE> across a depression; a viaduct.

EDCS Group Labels: LAND_TRNSP

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [S32, 5827]


EDCS Classification Label: VINEYARD

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_VINEYARD

EDCS Classification Code: 1146

Definition:
A <TRACT> covered by the systematic planting of grape vines; a vineyard.

EDCS Group Labels: AGRICULTURE, PLANT, USAGE_REGION

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: EA050]


EDCS Classification Label: VOID_COLLECTION

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_VOID_COLLECTION

EDCS Classification Code: 1147

Definition:
A data collection <REGION> lacking suitable source coverage, or where data is not required; a void collection.

EDCS Group Labels: SURVEY

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: ZD020]


EDCS Classification Label: VOLCANIC_DYKE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_VOLCANIC_DYKE

EDCS Classification Code: 1152

Definition:
A <DYKE> of igneous <ROCK>.

EDCS Group Labels: PHYSIOGRAPHY

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: DB190]


EDCS Classification Label: VOLCANO

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_VOLCANO

EDCS Classification Code: 1148

Definition:
A <MOUNTAIN> or <HILL>, often conical, formed around a vent in the <TERRAIN> through which molten <ROCK>, ash, or gases are or have been expelled; a volcano.

EDCS Group Labels: PHYSIOGRAPHY

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: DB180]


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