landmark
//ˈlænd.mɑːrk//
Noun
landmarkSingular
landmarksPlural
1
A building, structure, or natural feature that is easily recognized and helps identify a location.
The Eiffel Tower is a famous landmark in Paris.
2
An important event, discovery, or achievement that marks a significant stage or turning point in development.
The discovery of penicillin was a landmark in medical history.
3
A boundary marker or object used to mark the limits of an area of land.
The old stone served as a landmark between the two properties.
Adjective
landmarkCanonical form
1
Describing something that is historically significant or represents a major turning point.
The Supreme Court made a landmark decision on civil rights.