Meaning & use
Mileposts
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Small markers set at regular intervals along a road, railway, or trail to indicate the distance traveled or remaining.
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We counted the mileposts to estimate how much farther we had to drive.
The old mileposts along the canal path were carved from stone over a century ago.
A note on using this word
Figuratively, a 'milepost' can also mark a significant stage or achievement in someone's life or career.
Words with a similar meaning
mile markersdistance markers
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Another way to use it
2. noun
A significant event or stage that marks progress in a process or in someone's life.
Her first solo exhibition was an important milepost in her career as an artist.
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