global positioning system Get Printable Handwriting Hear It! Say It! Write It! Learn It! Spelling Test Definition noun. a system for determining postion on the Earth's surface by comparing radio signals from several satellites. Example Sentence The global positioning system is used for navigating and surveying. Synonyms GPS; navigational system; position determining system Antonyms lost Hear It! Say It! Write It! global positioning system Switch to cursive Start Share with your friends: