noun

landmark

landmark, milestone

The Eiffel Tower is a famous landmark.

The Eiffel Tower is a famous landmark.

The court's decision was a landmark in history.

The court's decision was a landmark in history.

((a/the)) landmark an easily recognizable object or building The clock tower is a famous landmark.

((a)) landmark ((in sth.)) an important stage in a process The peace treaty was a landmark in international relations.

Synonyms: monument, milestone, turning point

From 'land' + 'mark'. A mark on the land that helps you know where you are.

Imagine a giant 'mark' on the 'land,' like a famous tower, that you can see from far away. It can also be a 'mark' in time (a milestone).

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