landmark
land
ˈlænd
lānd
mark
ˌmɑrk
maark
/lˈændmɑːk/

Definition & Meaning of "landmark"in English

Landmark
01

a structure or a place that is historically important

landmark definition and meaning
Examples
The Great Wall of China is a remarkable landmark that stretches across thousands of miles and has stood for centuries.
02

something such as a building, tree, etc. that is easy to recognize, which we can use to know where we are

Grammatical Information
animacy status
inanimate
Composition
Compound
countable
plural form
landmarks
Examples
The Eiffel Tower in Paris is an iconic landmark that can be seen from various parts of the city.
03

something, such as an achievement or event, that is of great importance or influence in something's progress and development

Examples
The discovery of penicillin by Alexander Fleming was a landmark moment in the history of medicine, revolutionizing the treatment of infections.
04

an anatomical feature used as a reference point for locating other structures or taking measurements

Examples
The surgeon identified the bone landmark before making the incision.
05

a mark or feature indicating the boundary of a piece of land

Examples
Stones were used as landmarks along the border.
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