leading mark

American  

[lee-ding] / ˈli dɪŋ /

noun

Navigation.

1. either of two conspicuous objects regarded as points on a line leading line upon which a vessel can sail a safe course.

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Etymology

Origin of leading mark

First recorded in 1795–1805

Example Sentences

But although times improved as tires got warmer in the afternoon, Verstappen’s leading mark was still three seconds slower than Sebastian Vettel’s pole position for Red Bull nine years ago.

From Washington Times

It was the Mercedes driver’s record-extending 89th career pole and particularly impressive as he first beat Red Bull driver Max Verstappen’s mark and then his own leading mark on his final lap.

From Seattle Times

DeAnna Price broke her own American record in the hammer throw with a final heave of 78.24 meters, the leading mark in the world this year.

From Washington Post

Fedrick Dacres threw 66.52 meters to retain his discus title and improve on his world leading mark of 68.88 set in Kingston in February.

From Reuters

Rohler has struggled with a back injury this season but showed promising form ahead of the Olympics, having thrown a world leading mark of 91.28 meters in June.

From Reuters