noun ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A signpost.
2. 2
   a rule or principle that provides guidance to appropriate behavior wordnet
3. 3
   Anything that provides guidance; a guideline. broadly
4. 4
   a post bearing a sign that gives directions or shows the way wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

signpostarrowblazecompass needlecouriercoxswain

Example

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"Wine is the most reliable guidepost, since it advertises the joy, the sincere gaiety, the happiness to come."

Etymology

From guide + post.

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