landing mark (english) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

Noun

Phonetic Transcription

/ˈlændɪŋ mɑrk/

Meaning and Usage

"Landing mark" refers to a specific reference point used especially in aviation and navigation, typically to indicate a desired point of landing for an aircraft or vessel. It can also apply to landmarks used for orienting and guiding the approach to land. The term combines "landing," referring to the act of bringing a vehicle down onto the ground or water surface, with "mark," which indicates a notable point.

• Frequency of Use: The term is relatively specialized and is more frequently used in written contexts, particularly within aeronautics and maritime navigation literature, than in everyday spoken English.

Example Sentences

1. The pilot used the landing mark to navigate the final approach to the runway.

2. Пилот использовал ориентир для навигации при заходе на посадку.

3. Mariners often rely on specific landing marks when approaching a harbor.

4. Мореходы часто полагаются на определенные ориентиры при подходе к гавани.

5. The geo-coordinates serve as a reliable landing mark for drones during delivery.

6. Геокоординаты служат надежным ориентиром для дронов во время доставки.

Idiomatic Expressions

While "landing mark" is not an idiom itself, it may inspire the exploration of phrases related to "landing" and "mark."

Examples of Idiomatic Expressions

1. "Hit the ground running"
2. After receiving the coordinates of the landing mark, the delivery team was able to hit the ground running.

3. Получив координаты ориентиров для посадки, команда доставки смогла сразу приступить к работе.

4. "Make a mark"

5. The new pilot aimed to make a mark in the aviation world, using the landing mark as a training tool.

6. Новый пилот стремился оставить след в мире авиации, используя ориентир для посадки как учебный инструмент.

7. "Cross the mark"

8. Before crossing the mark, the captain had to ensure the landing mark was correctly identified.

9. Перед тем, как пересечь ориентир, капитан должен был убедиться, что ориентир для посадки правильно определен.

10. "Land on one's feet"

11. Knowing how to identify a landing mark can help new pilots land on their feet during their first solo flight.
12. Умение определять ориентир для посадки может помочь новымpilotам «встать на ноги» во время своего первого одиночного полета.

Etymology

The term "landing" originates from the Old English "landian," meaning "to cause to land," while "mark" comes from the Old English "mearc," meaning "boundary" or "sign." Together, "landing mark" denotes a point of reference for arriving at a location safely.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms

• Landmark
• Reference point
• Waypoint

Antonyms

• Departure point
• Disembarkation point
• Periphery