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Moot point
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a subject about which there are different opinions or disagreements
What is the origin of the idiom "moot point" and when to use it?
The idiom "moot point" originated from Old English, where "moot" referred to a formal assembly or meeting. Over time, the term evolved to signify a hypothetical or debatable point that is subject to discussion or dispute but has no practical consequence or relevance to the current situation. In modern usage, a "moot point" is often used to describe an issue or argument that is rendered irrelevant or academic because it no longer holds practical importance or is no longer applicable to the present circumstances.
Example
Discussing the merits of the old policy versus the new one is a moot point since the company has already implemented the changes.
The moot point of whether to install a swimming pool in the backyard divided the family.
