1. The process of identifying, designating, or preserving buildings, sites, or areas of historical, cultural, or architectural significance.
Usage: Often used in urban planning and heritage conservation contexts.
2. In computer vision and facial recognition, the process of identifying and marking key points or features on an image or face.
Usage: Technical/specialized usage in artificial intelligence and image processing.

1. To designate (a building, site, or area) as a landmark worthy of preservation or protection.
Usage: Present participle of 'landmark' used as a verb.

Examples

• The city council voted in favor of landmarking the historic downtown theater.
• Landmarking protects important cultural sites from being demolished or altered.
• The old mansion was designated for landmarking due to its architectural significance.
• Facial landmarking technology helps identify key points on a person's face for recognition systems.
• Many communities are landmarking their oldest buildings to preserve local history.
• The process of landmarking requires careful documentation and historical research.