B2nounbusinesswork
US/ˈmaɪl.stoʊn/
UK/ˈmaɪl.stəʊn/
an important event or stage in the progress of a project, a business or a life
In context
Finishing the first prototype was a major milestone for the team.
The report lists each project milestone and its deadline.
The company reached a milestone last week with its one-millionth customer.
Words that go with milestone
verb + noun
- reach a milestoneWe reached a milestone when sales passed ten million.
- mark a milestoneThe ceremony marked a milestone in the city's history.
- achieve a milestoneThe startup achieved a key milestone this quarter.
adjective + noun
- major milestoneThe merger is a major milestone for both firms.
noun + noun
- project milestoneEach project milestone must be approved by the client.
noun + preposition
- milestone in historyThe treaty was a milestone in history for international trade.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
arrive a milestoneCorrect: reach a milestone