landmark vs waypost

landmark

noun
  • An object that marks the boundary of a piece of land (usually a stone, or a tree). 

  • A recognizable natural or man-made feature used for navigation. 

  • A major event or discovery. 

  • A notable location with historical, cultural, or geographical significance. 

verb
  • To officially designate a site or building as a landmark. 

waypost

noun
  • A sign or other marker that indicates the way along a road or trail. 

  • Something that guides or marks the way along a figurative journey; a temporary stopping point. 

How often have the words landmark and waypost occurred in a corpus of books? (source: Google Ngram Viewer )