Waypoint: meaning, definitions and examples
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waypoint
[ ˈweɪˌpɔɪnt ]
navigation point
A waypoint is a specific geographical location used for navigation purposes. It can represent a set of coordinates for a point that can be marked on a map or used in GPS systems.
Synonyms
marker, navigation point, reference point
Examples of usage
- The sailor marked the new waypoint on his chart.
- In aviation, waypoints are essential for flight navigation.
- The hiker set waypoints along the trail to track his progress.
- The app allows users to create custom waypoints for their trips.
Translations
Translations of the word "waypoint" in other languages:
🇵🇹 ponto de referência
🇮🇳 विकल्प बिंदु
🇩🇪 Wegpunkt
🇮🇩 titik jalan
🇺🇦 контрольна точка
🇵🇱 punkt na trasie
🇯🇵 ウェイポイント
🇫🇷 point de passage
🇪🇸 punto de referencia
🇹🇷 yol noktası
🇰🇷 웨이포인트
🇸🇦 نقطة الطريق
🇨🇿 waypoint
🇸🇰 waypoint
🇨🇳 航路点
🇸🇮 točka poti
🇮🇸 leiðarpunktur
🇰🇿 жол нүктесі
🇬🇪 მარშრუტის წერტილი
🇦🇿 yol nöqtəsi
🇲🇽 punto de referencia
Etymology
The term 'waypoint' combines 'way' and 'point', originating in the mid-20th century as technology for navigation and mapping evolved. The word 'way' derives from Old English 'weg', meaning 'road' or 'path', which emphasizes movement from one place to another. 'Point', from Latin 'punctum', indicates a precise location or position. As navigational aids like GPS systems became prevalent, especially in aviation and maritime contexts, the term 'waypoint' became widely adopted. It is now commonly used in various fields, from GPS navigation to outdoor activities like hiking and geocaching.