Meaning of the word milepost in English

What does milepost mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

milepost

US /ˈmaɪl.poʊst/

UK /ˈmaɪl.poʊst/

a signpost at the side of a road showing the distance in miles to or from a place

Example:

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We passed the 100-mile milepost on our journey.

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The old milepost was covered in moss.

Synonym:

milestone marker waymark

a significant stage or event in the development of something

Example:

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The discovery of penicillin was a major milepost in medicine.

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Graduating from college was a significant milepost in her life.

Synonym:

milestone landmark turning point watershed

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