Point

/pˈɔ‍ɪnt/

/ˈpɔɪnt/

Definitie & Betekenis van "point"

Point

ZELFSTANDIG NAAMWOORD

punt, geometrisch punt

(geometry) an element that only has position, with no size or dimension

punt, doelpunt

one of the marks or numbers that indicates our score in a game or sport

punt, teken

an extremely small mark that is circular in shape

punt

the punctuation mark . used to indicate that a sentence or an abbreviation is ended

What is a "point"?

A point (.) is a punctuation mark used to indicate the end of a sentence. It signals the completion of a thought or statement, allowing readers to pause before starting the next sentence. For instance, in the sentence "The sun is shining," the point shows that the statement is finished. Points are also used in abbreviations, such as "e.g." for "for example" or "i.e." for "that is." By marking the end of sentences and clarifying meanings, points play an important role in written communication.

punt, decimaalteken

a little dot that separates the whole number from the smaller parts of the number

cruciaal punt, essenieel punt

the most important thing that is said or done which highlights the purpose of something

punt, hoofdidee

a brief version that encapsulates the essential meaning or main idea of something

punt, merk

a basic element of design that refers to a small, clearly defined location or mark on a surface

What is a "point"?

A point is a tiny, distinct spot on a surface in design. It acts as a fundamental element that can be used to build shapes, lines, and patterns. Points help direct focus, create emphasis, and add to the overall structure of a design.

punt, plaats

a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process

punt, moment

a specific, identifiable instant in time, often marking a significant moment or event

het doel, de bedoeling

the main purpose or goal of an activity

punt, top

a V-shaped tip or end of an object, often sharp or tapered, used to denote a specific area or direction

punt, element

a distinct, specific part of a larger group or list of items, events, or concepts that can be individually identified and described

kaap, punt

a promontory extending out into a large body of water

punt, spitse

the sharp or tapered end of an object, used for piercing, cutting, or indicating

punt, kenmerk

an outstanding characteristic or notable quality that distinguishes a person, thing, or concept

punt, opvallend idee

a style in speech or writing that arrests attention and has a penetrating or convincing quality or effect

stopcontact, stroompunt

a wall socket or outlet used for connecting electrical devices to a power source

richting, doel

the direction in which the muzzle of a gun or firearm is aimed

contactpunt, punt

a contact in the distributor; as the rotor turns its projecting arm contacts them and current flows to the spark plugs

punt, spits

the property of a shape that tapers to a sharp tip

punt, kenmerk

a distinguishing or individuating characteristic

punt

a V-shaped mark at one end of an arrow pointer

punt, commissie

a fee equal to one percent of the loan amount, paid upfront when the loan is issued

punt, typografisch punt

a linear unit used to measure the size of type; approximately 1/72 inch

punt, richting

any of 32 horizontal directions indicated on the card of a compass

to point

WERKWOORD

wijzen, aangeven

to show the place or direction of someone or something by holding out a finger or an object

Transitive: to point to sth

wijzen, richten

to aim or direct something in a particular direction or towards a specific target

aim

direct

level

present

sight

Transitive: to point sth to a direction

punteer, aanwijzen

to add punctuation marks or other symbols to indicate the structure and flow of the written language

Transitive: to point a text

punten, annoteren

to add symbols or annotations to the text of Psalms to indicate musical notation or intonation for chanting

Transitive: to point the text of Psalms

punctueren, vocaliseren

to add vowel markings or accents to indicate pronunciation or grammatical information to a Hebrew text

Transitive: to point words or texts

wijzen, richten

to maneuver a boat or ship as close to the direction of the wind as possible

Intransitive

wijzen, richten

to focus or direct something towards a specific target

Transitive: to point sth at a target

wijzen, richten op

to be positioned or directed towards a specific point

Intransitive: to point to a direction

aangeven, wijzen

to direct or indicate the correct route or direction toward a specific destination

Transitive: to point the way

snijden, afkorten

to sharpen or refine an object to create a pointed end

Transitive: to point sth

voegen, invoegen

to fill the joints between bricks or masonry with mortar or another suitable material

Transitive: to point joints between bricks

wijzen, aanduiden

(of a dog) to indicate the presence of game or prey by standing still and extending its muzzle and one front paw towards the direction of the quarry

Intransitive

aangeven, suggereren

to suggest that something is probable or certain

Transitive: to point to a possibility

point

pointless

adj

pointless

adj

pointy

adj

pointy

adj

Voorbeeld

A point is represented by a dot in a geometric figure.

Points are fundamental in defining shapes and figures in geometry.

The intersection of two lines occurs at a single point.

Line segments are formed by connecting points in geometry.

The coordinates (3, 4) describe the location of a point on a Cartesian plane.

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