landmark

noun
UK: /ˈlænd.mɑːk/
US: /ˈlænd.mɑːrk/

  1. A building or place that is easily recognized, especially one that is famous or helps you know where you are.

    1. The tower is a famous landmark.
    2. The cathedral is a well-known landmark in the city, easily spotted from afar.

  2. An event or achievement that marks a turning point or a significant stage in a process.

    1. The project's completion was a landmark.
    2. The invention of the printing press was a landmark in the history of communication.

Synonyms

monument feature milestone turning point
landmark transitive-verb

  1. To mark or designate (something) as a landmark.

    1. The city landmarked the old building.
    2. The preservation society aims to landmark several historical sites downtown before they're demolished.
landmark adjective

  1. Important or remarkable.

    1. The case was a landmark decision.
    2. The Supreme Court's ruling became a landmark case in constitutional law.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "landmark" in English means: A building or place that is easily recognized, especially one that is famous or helps you know where you are., An event or achievement that marks a turning point or a significant stage in a process..

The phonetic transcription of "landmark" is /ˈlænd.mɑːk/ in British English and /ˈlænd.mɑːrk/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "landmark": monument, feature, milestone, turning point.

Example usage of "landmark": "The tower is a famous landmark.". More examples on the page.