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midpoint

 

[ ˈmɪdˌpɔɪnt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

mathematics

The point in the middle of a line segment, equidistant from both ends.

Synonyms

center, halfway point, middle point.

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Word Description / Examples
midpoint

Commonly used in discussions involving calculations and measurements, especially in geometry or physics.

  • The midpoint of the line segment can be found using the formula
  • The students calculated the midpoint of the distance between the two points
center

Often used to describe the central part of objects, places, or abstract ideas. Can also refer to a focal point of activities.

  • The city's center is always bustling with activity
  • She placed the vase in the center of the table
middle point

Similar to 'midpoint' but less technical; frequently used in casual context to simply indicate a central position.

  • Draw a line and mark the middle point
  • The middle point of the trail is a perfect spot for a break
halfway point

Typically used in everyday speech to describe something that is equidistant between two points or stages of progress.

  • We reached the halfway point of our journey
  • He paused at the halfway point of the marathon

Examples of usage

  • The midpoint of a line segment AB is denoted as M.
  • To find the midpoint, you can average the x-coordinates and y-coordinates of the endpoints.

Translations

Translations of the word "midpoint" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ponto médio

🇮🇳 मध्यबिंदु

🇩🇪 Mittelpunkt

🇮🇩 titik tengah

🇺🇦 середина

🇵🇱 punkt środkowy

🇯🇵 中点

🇫🇷 point médian

🇪🇸 punto medio

🇹🇷 orta nokta

🇰🇷 중간점

🇸🇦 نقطة منتصف

🇨🇿 střední bod

🇸🇰 stredový bod

🇨🇳 中点

🇸🇮 srednja točka

🇮🇸 miðpunktur

🇰🇿 орталық нүкте

🇬🇪 შუა წერტილი

🇦🇿 orta nöqtə

🇲🇽 punto medio

Etymology

The term 'midpoint' originated in the field of mathematics, where it is used to describe the point that is equidistant from both ends of a line segment. The concept of a midpoint has been fundamental in geometry and arithmetic for centuries, allowing for precise calculations and measurements. The word 'midpoint' combines 'mid', meaning middle, and 'point', referring to a location in space. Understanding the concept of a midpoint is crucial in various mathematical applications, including geometry, trigonometry, and algebra.

See also: counterpoint, pinpoint, point, pointed, pointedly, pointer, pointers, pointillism, pointillize, pointing, pointless, pointlessly, pointlessness, points, unpointed.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,146, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.