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point in Latin

point in Latin is pūnctum, punctum, acumen — point means the sharp or narrow end of something.

point in Latin

pūnctum
noun
(mathematics, science) A zero-dimensional mathematical object representing a location in one or more dimensions; something considered to have position but no magnitude or direction. [from 14th c.]
punctum
noun
(mathematics, science) A zero-dimensional mathematical object representing a location in one or more dimensions; something considered to have position but no magnitude or direction. [from 14th c.]
acumen
noun
The sharp tip of an object. [from 14th c.]
cuspis
noun
The sharp tip of an object. [from 14th c.]
punctum
noun
The sharp tip of an object. [from 14th c.]

What does "point" mean?

  1. noun The sharp or narrow end of something.
    "She sharpened the pencil to a fine point."
  2. noun The main idea or purpose of something said or done.
    "I think you've missed the point of the argument entirely."
  3. noun A unit used for scoring in a game or contest.
    "They won by a single point in overtime."
  4. noun A specific place or moment.
    "At this point, we should just cut our losses."
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point in a sentence

  • She sharpened the pencil to a fine point.
  • I think you've missed the point of the argument entirely.
  • What's the point of arguing if neither of us will change our mind?
  • They won by a single point in overtime.

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What is "point" in Latin?

"point" in Latin is pūnctum, punctum, acumen. point means: The sharp or narrow end of something.

How do you use "point" in a sentence?

Example: "She sharpened the pencil to a fine point." In Latin, "point" is pūnctum, punctum, acumen.

Are there other ways to say "point" in Latin?

Yes — Latin has 4 translations listed for "point": pūnctum, punctum, acumen, cuspis.

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