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(geometry) an element that only has position, with no size or dimension
one of the marks or numbers that indicates our score in a game or sport
an extremely small mark that is circular in shape
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.
a little dot that separates the whole number from the smaller parts of the number
the most important thing that is said or done which highlights the purpose of something
a brief version that encapsulates the essential meaning or main idea of something
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.
a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process
a specific, identifiable instant in time, often marking a significant moment or event
a specific, identifiable instant in time, often marking a significant moment or event
a V-shaped tip or end of an object, often sharp or tapered, used to denote a specific area or direction
a distinct, specific part of a larger group or list of items, events, or concepts that can be individually identified and described
a promontory extending out into a large body of water
the sharp or tapered end of an object, used for piercing, cutting, or indicating
an outstanding characteristic or notable quality that distinguishes a person, thing, or concept
a style in speech or writing that arrests attention and has a penetrating or convincing quality or effect
a wall socket or outlet used for connecting electrical devices to a power source
the direction in which the muzzle of a gun or firearm is aimed
a contact in the distributor; as the rotor turns its projecting arm contacts them and current flows to the spark plugs
the property of a shape that tapers to a sharp tip
a distinguishing or individuating characteristic
a V-shaped mark at one end of an arrow pointer
one percent of the total principal of a loan; it is paid at the time the loan is made and is independent of the interest on the loan
a linear unit used to measure the size of type; approximately 1/72 inch
any of 32 horizontal directions indicated on the card of a compass
to show the place or direction of someone or something by holding out a finger or an object
to add punctuation marks or other symbols to indicate the structure and flow of the written language
to add symbols or annotations to the text of Psalms to indicate musical notation or intonation for chanting
to add vowel markings or accents to indicate pronunciation or grammatical information to a Hebrew text
to maneuver a boat or ship as close to the direction of the wind as possible
to focus or direct something towards a specific target
to be positioned or directed towards a specific point
to direct or indicate the correct route or direction toward a specific destination
to sharpen or refine an object to create a pointed end
to fill the joints between bricks or masonry with mortar or another suitable material
(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
to suggest that something is probable or certain
