milepost

noun

mile·​post ˈmī(-ə)l-ˌpōst How to pronounce milepost (audio)
Synonyms of milepostnext
1
: a post indicating the distance in miles from or to a given point
also : a post placed a mile from a similar post
2
: milestone sense 2

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We've reached a new milepost in the field of genetic research. a milepost in the development of a global economy
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Nearly every major milepost of the last two months was dedicated to enhancing the pass rush. — Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026 The affected area includes mileposts 227-243, ADOT said. — Michelle Cruz, AZCentral.com, 12 Jan. 2026 After 90 years and 900 barns, people continue to arrive to see what the fuss is all about, making its advertising a story unto itself, a milepost of the road-trip journey. — Judith Garrison, AJC.com, 16 June 2026 McGawley adds, advising that the least successful way to pass along money and assets is to wait until children reach an age milepost such as 30 and then hand over a substantial income without any scaffolding. — Christina Binkley, Robb Report, 11 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for milepost

Word History

First Known Use

1768, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of milepost was in 1768

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“Milepost.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/milepost. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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milepost

noun
mile·​post ˈmī(ə)l-ˌpōst How to pronounce milepost (audio)
: a post indicating the distance in miles to a stated place
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