What does CAIRN mean?

cairn

Part of Speech: noun

Definition: a mound of stones piled up as a memorial or landmark

Pronunciation (US): /kɛrn/

Pronunciation (UK): /kɛːn/

Origin and Usage: The word "cairn" comes from the Scottish Gaelic "càrn", which means "heap of stones". Cairns have been used for thousands of years as landmarks, trail markers, and memorials. They are found all over the world, from the Scottish Highlands to the Himalayas.

Synonyms: heap of stones, mound, pile of rocks

Related Words: stone, pile, mound, heap, rock

Example Sentences:

• They built a cairn on the mountain top to mark their achievement.
• The hiker used the cairn as a guide to find the trailhead.
• The ancient cairn was a monument to a long-forgotten hero.