milestones
- Scope note
- Stones, slabs, or pillars of any material, set by the side of a road to mark distances between one point and another; most often distances between cities. The term "milestones" does not necessarily refer only to the unit of measurement called a "mile"; it may be used to describe objects that denote measures of the kilometer or other units.
- Date of creation: 18-Nov-2024
Accepted term: 18-Nov-2024