milestone — an important event or stage in the development, progress, or history of something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an important event or stage in the development, progress, or history of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmaɪlstoʊn/
Example Sentences
- Turning 30 was a milestone that made him panic and buy a sports car he couldn't afford.
- The company celebrated the milestone of serving one million customers.
- Getting my driver's license was a milestone, but parallel parking is still my nemesis.
milestone
NOUN[/ˈmaɪlstoʊn/]
an important event or stage in the development, progress, or history of something
Graduating college was a huge milestone in her life journey.
From stepping stone to milestone!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English 'milestone,' combining 'mile' (from Latin 'milia' meaning thousand paces) and 'stone' (from Old English 'stan'). Originally referred to literal stone markers placed at one-mile intervals along roads.
Breakdown
mile (distance of 1,760 yards, from Latin milia passuum) + stone (rock marker) = milestone (a stone marker at intervals, figuratively an important point in progress)
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📝Examples
“Turning 30 was a milestone that made him panic and buy a sports car he couldn't afford.”
“The company celebrated the milestone of serving one million customers.”
“Getting my driver's license was a milestone, but parallel parking is still my nemesis.”
“The peace treaty marked a significant milestone in diplomatic relations.”
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