Bench Mark (Noun)
Meaning
A surveyor's mark on a permanent object of predetermined position and elevation used as a reference point.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The surveyor placed a benchmark on the concrete monument to serve as a reference point for the entire project.
- The hikers used the benchmark on the mountain as a fixed point to triangulate their position and navigate the wilderness.
- To ensure accuracy, the engineer checked the benchmark against the GPS coordinates and found them to be consistent.
- After several days of rain, the benchmark on the bridge was still visible, providing a reliable reference point for the survey crew.
- The surveyor carefully recorded the location and elevation of the benchmark on the building's foundation to create a permanent record.