Point: meaning, definitions and examples

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point

[ pɔɪnt ]

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geometry

A specific position in space or on a scale; a unit of measurement.

Synonyms

location, position, spot

Examples of usage

The point where two lines intersect is called the vertex.
The temperature at which water boils is 100 degrees Celsius.

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discussion

A particular detail or aspect of a situation.

Synonyms

aspect, detail, element

Examples of usage

Let me make one more point before we move on to the next topic.
His speech touched on several important points.

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directing

To indicate or show something specific.

Synonyms

direct, indicate, show

Examples of usage

She pointed to the map to show us where we were.
He pointed out the mistake in the report.

Translations

Translations of the word "point" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ponto

🇮🇳 बिंदु

🇩🇪 Punkt

🇮🇩 titik

🇺🇦 точка

🇵🇱 punkt

🇯🇵 ポイント

🇫🇷 point

🇪🇸 punto

🇹🇷 nokta

🇰🇷 점

🇸🇦 نقطة

🇨🇿 bod

🇸🇰 bod

🇨🇳 点

🇸🇮 točka

🇮🇸 punktur

🇰🇿 нүкте

🇬🇪 წერტილი

🇦🇿 nöqtə

🇲🇽 punto

Word origin

The word 'point' originated from the Latin word 'punctum', meaning 'a small mark'. Over time, its meaning evolved to represent a specific location or detail. In geometry, a point is defined as a precise position in space with no dimension. The concept of points is fundamental in mathematics, navigation, and various other fields.