Mearstone (Noun)
Meaning
An old term for a landmark that consisted of a pile of stones surmounted by an upright slab.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The mearestone stood at the crossroads, guiding travelers through the rural countryside for centuries.
- As the sun set, the mearestone cast a long shadow across the rolling hills.
- According to local legend, the mearestone was erected by ancient druids to mark a sacred site.
- The mearestone had been a familiar landmark for generations of farmers, who would meet there to discuss market prices.
- After decades of neglect, the mearestone was restored to its former glory by a team of local volunteers.