Orientierungspunkt — meaning in English

English meaning

• beacon noun A light, fire, or signal used to guide, warn, or mark a location.
• landmark noun A building, monument, or natural feature that is easily recognized and often used for navigation or as a symbol of a place.

Senses

Orientierungspunkt is used for these senses in English:

• beacon A high hill or other easily distinguishable object near the shore which can serve as guidance for seafarers.
• landmark A recognizable natural or man-made feature used for navigation.

beacon — full definition

1. noun A light, fire, or signal used to guide, warn, or mark a location.
2. noun A person or thing that serves as a guiding example or symbol of hope.
3. verb To send out light or a signal, as a beacon does.

landmark — full definition

1. noun A building, monument, or natural feature that is easily recognized and often used for navigation or as a symbol of a place.
2. noun An event or achievement considered highly significant, especially one that marks a turning point.

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