English · Travel & Places
landmark
/ˈlænd.mɑːrk/
[/ˈlænd.mɑːrk/]
notable recognizable feature
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A famous or easily recognized building or feature, often used to find your way.
Example
The tall clock tower is a famous landmark that helps visitors find the city centre.
The tall clock tower is a famous landmark that helps visitors find the city centre.
Etymology
A compound of 'land' and 'mark', originally a boundary marker.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in navigation, tourism, and figurative speech.