point in Latin
point in Latin is pūnctum, punctum, acumen — point means the sharp or narrow end of something.
point in Latin
pūnctum
(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
(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
The sharp tip of an object. [from 14th c.]
cuspis
The sharp tip of an object. [from 14th c.]
punctum
The sharp tip of an object. [from 14th c.]
What does "point" mean?
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noun The sharp or narrow end of something.
"She sharpened the pencil to a fine point."
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noun The main idea or purpose of something said or done.
"I think you've missed the point of the argument entirely."
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noun A unit used for scoring in a game or contest.
"They won by a single point in overtime."
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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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