Example: The boundary marker shows where the old village ended.
Definition
"The boundary marker" is a physical object or sign used in history to indicate the limits or borders of a particular area, property, or territory, often serving as a reference point to demarcate ownership or jurisdiction.
The phrase "the boundary marker" combines 'boundary,' from the Old French 'borne' meaning limit or boundary, and 'marker,' derived from the verb 'mark,' which comes from Old English 'mearc' meaning sign or signpost. Did you know? Boundary markers have been used since ancient times to avoid disputes over land.
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"The boundary marker" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (A2) - set 1", containing 210 commonly used words.
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