It appears in many words, including:
* Topography: The study of the surface features of the earth.
* Topology: A branch of mathematics dealing with the properties of space that are preserved under continuous deformation.
* Toponym: A place name.
* Topos: A common theme or motif in literature.
The root "topo" can also be found in words like "toponym," "topographic," and "topographical."