guide·post

[gahyd-pohst]
noun
1.
a post, usually mounted on the roadside or at the intersection of two or more roads, bearing a sign for the guidance of travelers.
2.
anything serving as a guide; guideline.

Origin:
1755–65; guide + post1

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guidepost (ˈɡaɪdˌpəʊst) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n
1.  a sign on a post by a road indicating directions
2.  a principle or guideline

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Guidepost is always a great word to know.
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Example sentences
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