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landmark
/ˈlændˌmɑːrk/
important reference point
The Eiffel Tower is a famous landmark in Paris.
The Eiffel Tower is a well‑known notable place in Paris.
formal
A prominent object or feature used for navigation or as a point of reference.
Sailors once relied on coastal landmarks to determine their position.
Sailors used visible coastal features to figure out where they were.
The mountain serves as a natural landmark for hikers.
The mountain is a noticeable point that hikers use to orient themselves.
Often refers to physical structures such as monuments, buildings, or natural features.
formal
An event, achievement, or development that marks a significant stage or turning point.
The invention of the internet was a landmark in communication technology.
The internet's creation marked a major turning point in how people communicate.
The court's ruling was a landmark decision for civil rights.
The ruling set an important precedent in civil‑rights law.
Used metaphorically to denote something historically or culturally significant.
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