Milepost
/ˈmaɪlpəʊst/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Literal Signpost
Mileposts are used literally to indicate distance on roads especially in rural or less populated areas. 
Just after milepost 27, turn left onto the gravel road.
Pro Tip 2/3Travel Progress
Mileposts help track progress on a journey, showing how far you've come or how much further to go. 
They cheered when the car passed the milepost marking halfway to their destination.
Pro Tip 3/3Not for City Travel
Mileposts are rarely found within cities; they are more common on highways and country roads. 
You won't find a milepost on city streets, they are for longer distances.
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