point рдХреНрдпрд╛ рд╣реИрдВ? point рдХреНрдпрд╛ рд╣реИрдВ? A sharp or tapered end: the point of a knife; the point of the antenna. An object having a sharp or tapered end: a stone projectile point. A tapering extension of land projecting into water; a peninsula, cape, or promontory. A mark formed by or as if by a sharp end.A mark or dot used in printing or writing for punctuation, especially a period.A decimal point.Linguistics A vowel point.One of the protruding marks used in certain methods of writing and printing for the blind.Mathematics A dimensionless geometric object having no properties except location.Mathematics An element in a geometrically described set.A place or locality considered with regard to its position: connections to Chicago and points west. A narrowly particularized and localized position or place; a spot: The troops halted at a point roughly 1,000 yards from the river. A specified degree, condition, or limit, as in a scale or course: the melting point of a substance. Any of the 32 equal divisions marked at the circumference of a mariner's compass card that indicate direction.The interval of 11┬░15╩╣ between any two adjacent markings.A distinct condition or degree: finally reached the point of exhaustion. The interval of time immediately before a given occurrence; the verge: on the point of resignation; at the point of death. A specific moment in time: At this point, we are ready to proceed. An objective or purpose to be reached or achieved, or one that is worth reaching or achieving: What is the point of discussing this issue further? The major idea or essential part of a concept or narrative: You have missed the whole point of the novel. A significant, outstanding, or effective idea, argument, or suggestion: Your point is well taken. A separate, distinguishing item or element; a detail: Diplomacy is certainly not one of his strong points. Your weak point is your constant need for approval. A quality or characteristic that is important or distinctive, especially a standard characteristic used to judge an animal.A single unit, as in counting, rating, or measuring.A unit of academic credit usually equal to one hour of class work per week during one semester.