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POYNT/pɔɪnt/

A point is an idea in a discussion: a good point, make a point, miss the point. It is also a mark in a game: score a point, three points, and the sharp end of something: the point of a pencil. Point can be a verb: point at / to something. Do not mix the discussion meaning with purpose — purpose is why you do it; a point is the idea you are making.

Meaning

An idea in a discussion, a mark in a game, or the sharp end of something.

Examples

• “That is a good point; I had not thought of it.”
• “That is an interesting point; can you say more?”
• “The team won by two points.”

Good to know

make / miss the point. score a point. Verb: point at / to. Contrast: purpose = the reason.

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