English dictionary

guidepost

/'g/aI/d,p/oU/st/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a rule or principle that provides guidance to appropriate behavior

noun.cognition

Synonyms guideline rule of thumb

Source: WordNet 3.0
a post bearing a sign that gives directions or shows the way

noun.communication

Synonyms signpost

Source: WordNet 3.0
A post at the fork of a road, with a guideboard on it, to direct travelers.

noun

Source: webster1913