trailhead

noun/ˈtreɪlhɛd/

Frequency rank: #18,296 most common English word

Meaning

the point where a trail begins, typically marked with a sign or map.

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Example sentence

We parked the car and gathered our gear at the trailhead before starting the hike.

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