Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cairn
Noun
/kɛrn/
Definition
A pile of stones, often used as a trail marker or memorial.
Examples
- Hikers often build a cairn at the summit of a mountain to signal others.
- The ancient cairn was a poignant reminder of those who had passed before.
- During our trek, we followed a series of cairns leading us safely through the fog.
Meaning
Cairns serve as landmarks or tributes, usually found in remote areas, helping travelers to find their way or to commemorate a person.
Synonyms
- marker
- monument
- pile
