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Meaning of landmark
A landmark is a prominent or conspicuous object or feature that serves as a guide or marker.
Etymology of landmark
The word "landmark" has its roots in Old English and Old Norse, where "land" means "earth" or "ground" and "mÓ•rk" or "mark" means "boundary" or "sign"
Historically, landmarks referred to natural or artificial features that marked boundaries or served as guides for travelers
Over time, the term has expanded to include buildings, sites, and events of special significance
Synonyms
monument
memorial
statue
marker
beacon
milestone
marker
signpost
guide
indicator
pointer
direction
guidepost
buoy
lighthouse
waypoint
benchmark
reference
marker
indicator
symbol
token
emblem
icon
feature
characteristic
trait
attribute
characteristic
feature
peculiarity
distinctive
notable
notable
remarkable
conspicuous
outstanding
salient
striking
prominent
noticeable
evident
obvious
discernible
visible
observable
perceivable
appreciable
Definitions
- A prominent or conspicuous object or feature that serves as a guide or marker
- * A building or site with a special or historical significance
- * An event or achievement that marks an important stage in a process
Usage Examples
- The Eiffel Tower is a famous landmark in Paris
- * The discovery of the new species was a landmark in the field of biology
- * The old oak tree served as a landmark for hikers in the forest
Antonyms
obscurity
insignificance
anonymity
unimportance
inconspicuousness
imperceptibility
invisibility
unnoticeability
neglect
disregard
indifference
anonymity
namelessness
facelessness
obscurity
unremarkability
unnoteworthiness
lack
absence
void
nonentity
nothingness