points

Bir avukatın zor bir durumda küçük konularda bile her taşın altına bakması ve aynı konuda sonuca ulaşmak için ısrarla belirtmesi önemlidir. - It is important that a lawyer should leave no stone unturned even on minor points and harp on the same subject to achieve a break through in an impasse.

Ben o noktada durumun tehlikesini fark ettim. - At that point I realized the danger of the situation.

point

priz

point

anlatmak istenilen şey

yer

Sanırım Tom bir yerde vazgeçecektir. - I assume that at some point Tom will just give up.

Tom yere işaret etti. - Tom pointed to the ground.

point

(Bilgisayar) punto nokta

(Bilgisayar) referans noktaları

witness points

röper noktaları

all points addressable

tüm noktaları adreslenir

Bu son derece önemli bir konu. - This is an extremely important point.

Normal şartlar altında, suyun kaynama sıcaklığı 100 santigrat derece. - Under normal conditions, the boiling point of water is 100 degrees Celsius.

Senin hatalarını belirttikleri nedeniyle düşmanlarını sev. - Love your enemies, for they point out your mistakes.

Neden bunu yapmak zorundayım? Anlamı ne? - Why do I have to do this? What's the point?

(duvar) boşlukları doldurmak

point

anlam

Hayat zalim; fakat anlamsız değil. - Life is cruel but not pointless.

Hastaymış gibi yapmanın anlamı yok. - There is no point in pretending to be sick.

duy

Bakış açına hepimiz ilgi duyardık. - We'd all be interested in your point of view.

point

özellik

Öğretmen özellikle o noktaya vurgu yaptı. - The teacher particularly emphasized that point.

Ben özellikle bu konuyu vurgulamak istiyorum. - I want to emphasize this point in particular.

all points bulletin

tüm noktaları bülteni

deming's 14 points

Deming's 14 puan

having two points

iki nokta olan

history's turning points

Tarihin Dönüm Noktaları

intervention points

Dansta ayak parmağıyla gösterme

red points on the body

kırmızı benler

round points

yuvarlak üç

switch the points

(Sosyoloji, Toplumbilim) ulaşma noktaları (giddens)

at all points

her bakımdan mükemmelen

cardinal points

(Askeri) DÖRT ANA YÖN: Kuzey, güney, doğu ve batı yönleri

central points

(Gıda) merkez noktaları

(Fotoğrafçılık) eşlenik nokta

conjugate points

konjuge noktalar

distributor points

(Otomotiv) distribütör platinleri

from different points of view

çeşitli açılardan

geographic reference points

(Askeri) COĞRAFİ REFERANS NOKTALARI: Harekat emirleri veya diğer vasıtalarla tespit ve genel olarak iki harf veya kod kelimeleri halinde ifade edilen bir mevki gösterme yolu

give points to smb

sayı vermek

give points to smb

taş çıkarmak

give points to smb

üstün olmak

give points to smb

avans vermek

image points

(Matematik) görüntü noktaları

intercardinal points

(Askeri) ARA YÖNLER: Kuzey-doğu, Güney-doğu, Güney-batı, Kuzey-batı yönleri

lattice points

(Kimya) örgü noktaları

(Askeri) BULUŞMA NOKTALARI: Bak. "coordinating points"

logistic supporting points

(Askeri) ikmal noktası serisi

major border crossing points

(Askeri) Önemli hudut kapıları

neutral points

(Meteoroloji) nötr noktalar

{f} uç vermek

(Askeri) NİŞAN ALMAK; TEVCİH ETMEK: Herhangi bir silahla bir hedefe nişan almak, bir silahı herhangi bir hedefe tevcih etmek

{f} sivriltmek

{f} çevirmek

{f} sivrilmek

{i} oyma kalemi

hareketsiz durup avın yerini göstermek

point

{i} incelik

point

{f} çıkmak (çıban vb)

point

{i} nokta: boiling point kaynama noktası. freezing point donma noktası. point of intersection kesişme noktası

point

{f} doğrultmak (silah)

point

tüfeğin namlusunu hedefe çevirm

point

{i} mesele

O gerçekten mesele değil. - That's not really the point.

Mesele hakkında tartışmanın hiçbir anlamı yok. - There is no point arguing about the matter.

point

(measure) punto

point

duvar taşları arasını çimento ve harç ile doldurmak

point

point at parmakla işaret etmek

point

{i} etki

point

{i} sayı

Bu konuda Tom pek de haksız sayılmaz. - Tom has a point here.

point

(measure) Pt (Yazıtipi boyutu birimi)

point

ferma

quadrantal points

(Askeri) ARA YÖNLER: BAK "intercardinal points"

railway points

demiryolu makası

search and rescue (SAR) points of contact; space command operations center; Spac

(Askeri) arama ve kurtarma temas noktası; uzay komutanlığı harekat merkezi; Uzay Harekat Merkezi

symmetric points

(Matematik) simetrik noktalar

various points of views

çeşitli açılardan

what are the main points of interest

önemli yerler neleri

win on points

sayı ile kazanmak

Turkish - Turkish

Definition of points in Turkish Turkish dictionary
point: Kuzey Amerika kıtasında, kuzeybatı topraklarında bir göl

English - English

Definition of points in English English dictionary: plural form of point; Third-person singular simple present indicative form of point; The two metal surfaces in a distributor which close or open to allow current to flow or not through the ignition coil. Each surface is called a point singular (there's usually a moving point which is pushed by the distributor cam and a fixed point which isn't), but they're made together in a unit and serviced or replaced that way and are hence normally called points plural; Movable rails which can be used to switch a train from one railway track to another; A one-time charge by a lender to lower the interest rate of a loan One point is equal to 1% of the loan amount; Prepaid interest assessed at closing by the Lender Each point is equal to 1% of the loan amount (for example, two points on a $100,000 mortgage would cost $2,000); The two metal surfaces in a distributor which close or open to allow current to flow or not through the ignition coil. Each surface is called a point singular (theres usually a moving point which is pushed by the distributor cam and a fixed point which isnt), but theyre made together in a unit and serviced or replaced that way and are hence normally called points plural; The site allows lenders to post rates via point ranges Points are broken out on the site for Discount and Origination The definitions for each are as follows: Discount Points = Interest Charges paid up-front when a borrower closes a loan A point is equal to 1 percent of the loan amount (e g 1 5 points on a $100,000 mortgage would cost the borrower $1,500) Generally, by paying more points at closing, the borrower reduces the interest rate of his loan and thus future monthly payments Origination Points = A fee imposed by a lender to cover certain processing expenses in connection with making a real estate loan Usually a percentage of the amount loaned, such as one percent; Finance charges paid by the borrower at the beginning of a loan in addition to monthly interest; each point equals one percent of the loan amount; Charges levied by the mortgage lender and usually payable at closing One point represents 1% of the face value of the mortgage loan; An amount paid to a mortgage lender, at the time of closing, above and beyond the regular interest payments Each point equals 1% of the mortgage face amount When you are buying a home, points are tax-deductible in full for the year you pay them, provided that they aren't out of line for your area and that they represent prepaid interest, which they usually do If you pay points when you refinance, however, you must amortize the tax deduction over the life of your loan BACK TO TOP; A point is equal to one percent of the principal amount of your mortgage For example, if you get a mortgage for $100,000, one point is means you pay $1000 to the lender Lenders frequently charge points in both fixed-rate and adjustable-ratemortgages in order to increase the yield of the mortgage and to cover loan closing costs These points are usually collected at closingand may be paid by the borrower or the home seller, or may be split between them; third-person singular of point; Amount payable to the lending institution by the borrower or seller to increase the lender's effective yield, which allows a reduction in the note rate of the loan One point is equal to one percent of the loan amount; Upfront fee charged by a lender, separate from interest but designed to increase the overall yield to the lender A point is 1% of the total principal amount of the loan For example, on a $200,000 mortgage loan, a charge of 3 points would equal $6,000 Since points are considered a form of prepaid mortgage interest, they are tax deductible, usually over the term of the loan, but in some cases in a lump sum in the year they are paid; In reference to a loan, points consist of a lump sum payment made by the borrower at the outset of the loan period Generally, each point equals one percent of the loan amount See also seller's points; {i} track switcher on a railroad track; ends of the toes; Up-front interest to compensate the lender for processing a mortgage Also known as "loan origination fees " Each point equals 1% of the loan Points are also referred to as "discount points" because usually the more points paid, the lower the interest rate; Points are prepaid interest on your mortgage, charged by the lender at the time of the closing Each point is one percent of the loan amount that is, 2 points on a $100,000 mortgage would be $2,000 (More Info); (Otomotiv) Two or more metal terminals, located inside the distributor on vehicles with non-electronic ignitions. These terminals are brought into contact and then separated by the movement of the cam wheel on the rotating distributor shaft. The points regulate the intensity and duration of the current that's conducted, to each spark plug by interrupting the flow of current from the coil as they open and close. Also called contact points, breaker points, or ignition points; A one-time charge paid to the lender for issuing a loan Each point equals one percent of the loan amount and is used to obtain revenue in addition to the interest rate; Fees paid to lenders A point is equal to 1 percent of a mortgage amount For example, if your mortgage was $100,000 and you were required to pay 2 1/2 points to get it, the charge to you would be $2500 Some points that you pay when obtaining a mortgage may be tax-deductible Lenders sometimes use the term "basis points " A basis point is 1/100 of a point For example, if you are charged 1/2 point (1/2 percent of the mortgage), the lender will think of it as 50 basis points Points may be further classified into origination points or discount points; prepaid interest on a mortgage that is usually paid at the time of closing Each point is equal to one percent of the total amount of a mortgage (one point on an $80,000 mortgage is $800, or 1 percent of 80,000) Most lenders offer mortgages with several combinations of points and interest rates; generally, the lower the interest rate, the more points you will pay at settlement; plural of point; Prepaid interest on your mortgage, charged by the lender at the time of the closing Each point is one percent of the loan amount - that is 2 points on a $100,000 mortgage would be $2,000; Charges levied by the lender based on the loan amount Each point equals one percent of the loan amount; for example, two points on a $100,000 mortgage is $2,000 Discount points are used to buy down the interest rate Points can also include a loan origination fee, which is usually one point; Fees paid to lenders Each point is equal to 1% of the loan amount On a $100,000 loan 1 point is $1000 Points may be further classified into origination points or discount points; A one-time charge by the lender to increase the yield of the loan; a point is one percent of the amount of the mortgage; A one-time charge by the lender to increase the yield of the loan; a point is 1 percent of the amount of the mortgage; An upfront cash payment required by the lender as part of the charge for the loan, expressed as a percent of the loan amount; e g , "1 points" means a charge equal to 1% of the loan balance It is common today for lenders to offer a wide range of rate/point combinations, especially on fixed rate mortgages (FRMs), including combinations with negative points On a negative point loan the lender contributes cash toward meeting closing costs Positive and negative points are sometimes termed "discounts" and "premiums," respectively Columns on points are found at Points; A one time charge by a lender to increase the yield of a loan; a point is 1 percent of the amount of the mortgage; pts
points classification: A competition held as part of a cycling stage race in which the riders are awarded points depending on how high they finish in each of the separate stages. The leader in the competition wears a special points jersey. Cp: mountains classification, sprints classification, general classification
points classifications: plural form of points classification
points in the paint: Points scored from within the free-throw lane
points in time: plural form of point in time
points of articulation: plural form of point of articulation
points of inflection: plural form of point of inflection
points of interest: plural form of point of interest
points of no return: plural form of point of no return
points of order: plural form of point of order
points of pride: plural form of point of pride
points of purchase: plural form of point of purchase
points of reference: plural form of point of reference
points of sail: plural form of point of sail
points of sale: plural form of point of sale
points of view: plural form of point of view
points out: Third-person singular simple present indicative form of point out
possession is nine points of the law: Alternative form of possession is nine-tenths of the law
power points: plural form of power point
access points: plural form of access point
accumulation points: plural form of accumulation point
basis points: plural form of basis point
boiling points: plural form of boiling point
break points: plural form of break point
breakdown points: plural form of breakdown point
brownie points: plural form of brownie point
cardinal points: plural form of cardinal point
closest points of approach: plural form of closest point of approach
cloud points: plural form of cloud point
code points: plural form of code point
compass points: plural form of compass point
data points: plural form of data point
datum points: plural form of datum point
decimal points: plural form of decimal point
dew points: plural form of dew point
entry points for the eye: plural form of entry point for the eye
experience points: A set of points when a predetermined amount is accumulated by a player character, causes them to level up. This is one of the core mechanics of many role-playing games. Abbreviations: EXP or XP
facing points: A set of points at which two routes diverge in the direction of travel
fess points: plural form of fess point
freezing points: plural form of freezing point
high points: plural form of high point
hit points: plural form of hit point
house points: "Points" awarded in jest in a domestic environment for doing some task (such as clearing out the garage.)
house points: Points awarded to members of the houses of grammar schools and public schools for sporting and other achievements
hypercritical points: plural form of hypercritical point
inflection points: plural form of inflection point
initial points: plural form of initial point
interior points: plural form of interior point
interrogation points: plural form of interrogation point
knick points: plural form of nick point
lattice points: plural form of lattice point
limit points: plural form of limit point
magic points: plural form of magic point
mana points: plural form of mana point
match points: plural form of match point
melting points: plural form of melting point
moot points: plural form of moot point
nine points circle: Alternative spelling of nine-point circle
nine points circles: plural form of nine points circle
nip points: plural form of nip point
nul points: No points (as a score); zero, nothing
Terry Wogan: That's the first six points for Germany! Now only Austria is left with the dreaded nul points.
point: To direct the central processing unit to seek information at a certain location in memory
point: To repair mortar
It's rude to point at other people.
point: To direct requests sent to a domain name to the IP address corresponding to that domain name
point: To repair by removing and replacing loose mortar
point: A discrete division of something
UK An electric power socket.
point: To direct or encourage (someone) in a particular direction
If he asks for food, point him toward the refrigerator.
point: To draw attention to something or indicate a direction
point: A sharp extremity
cricket A fielding position square of the wicket on the off side, between gully and cover.
projectile points: plural form of projectile point
reference points: plural form of reference point
saddle points: plural form of saddle point
save points: plural form of save point
selling points: plural form of selling point
skill points: plural form of skill point
spawn points: plural form of spawn point
starting points: plural form of starting point
sticking points: plural form of sticking point
strong points: plural form of strong point
talking points: plural form of talking point
tipping points: plural form of tipping point
trailing points: A set of points at which two routes converge in the direction of travel
trig points: plural form of trig point
turning points: plural form of turning point
vantage points: plural form of vantage point
zero points: plural form of zero point
point: be positionable in a specified manner; "The gun points with ease"
cardinal-points: {n} the east, west north and south
point: {v} to sharpen, level, direct, note, divide
point: {n} a sharp end, indivisible part of time or space, nicety, critical moment, stop in writing
brownie points: 1- a hypothetical currency, which can be accrued by doing good deeds or earning favour in the eyes of another, often one's superior.2- a notional credit for something done to please or win favour
main points: central points
Deming's 14 points: (Ticaret) A series of 14 points by W. Edwards Deming that propose improving quality by emphasizing management commitment, employee training, eliminating slogans and posters that solely emphasize productivity, inter- departmental cooperation and other related factors
Fourteen Points: Outline of proposals by Pres. Woodrow Wilson for a post-World War I peace settlement, given in an address in January 1918. The emphasis on "open covenants of peace, openly arrived at" was proposed to change the usual method of secret diplomacy practiced in Europe. Other points outlined territorial adjustments following the war. The last point called for "a general association of nations," which presaged the League of Nations
and here are the main points: and here are today's top stories/headlines (said at the opening of the telecast before the actual news is broadcast)
basis points: Refers to yield on bonds Each percentage point of yield in bonds equals 100 basis points If a bond yield changes from 7 25% to 7 39%, that's a rise of 14 basis points Basis Price - A method of pricing municipal bonds, Treasury-bills, and certain other debt instruments as an expression of yield to maturity rather than price
basis points: The designation for a fraction of a percentage in interest rate quotes One percentage point equals 100 basis points
basis points: One basis point equals 0 01%,one hundred basis points equal 1 0% Bond - A security for payment of an obligation In mortgage lending, bonds are backed by mortgage loans that are pooled together and the resultant bond can be sold in the secondary market Back to Top
basis points: One-100th of 1 percent Used primarily to describe changes in yield or price on debt instruments including mortgages and mortgage-backed securities
basis points: Basis points refer to 1/100 of one percent in interest rates If interest rates increase 50 basis points they go up 0 5 percent
basis points: A term used in relationship to interest rates One basis point is equal to one 100th of one percent The difference between 7% and 7 5% is 50 basis points
basis points: One one-hundredth of one percent (1/100th of 1% = 0001 = 1 basis point) Commonly used in the calculation of fees, trail commissionsand yields
basis points: A measure for small differences in yields - 100 basis points equal 1%
basis points: A "basis point" is 1/100 th of a percentage point With regard to merchant processing, there are 50 basis points separating the Qualified and Mid-Qualified discount rates and 140 basis points separating the Qualified and Non-Qualified discount rates Example: a merchant with a Qualified Discount Rate of 2 35% would have Mid-Qualified and Non-Qualified Discount Rates of 2 85% and 3 75% respectively Top of page
basis points: One one-hundredth of one percent One hundred basis points equal one percent
basis points: Refers to yield on bonds Each percentage point of yield in bonds equals 100 basis points If a bond yield changes from 7 25 % to 7 39 %, that's a rise of 14 basis points
basis points: Definition of Basis Points: A basis point is one-hundredth of a percentage point Used in the context of interest rates (Econterms) Terms related to Basis Points: None About Com Resources on Basis Points: None Writing a Term Paper? Here are a few starting points for research on Basis Points: Books on Basis Points: None Journal Articles on Basis Points: None
basis points: The measure of yields on bonds and notes; one basis point equals 0 01% of yield
basis points: Used to describe mortgage yield, one basis point equals one 100th of 1% or 0 01% A mortgage yield increase from 9 50% to 9 75% is an increase of 25 basis points
basis points: One-hundredth of one percent Basis points are commonly used to calculate fees on certain loan changes or transactions
basis points: 25 basis points = 0 25%, 100 basis points = 1% (in relation to interest rates) Unnecessary jargon used by financial bureaucrats, economists and all who sup with them (added November 2002)
basis points: 1/100th of 1 percent If an interest rate changes 50 basis points, for example, it has moved 1/2 of 1 percent
basis points: Units of measure Each percentage point equals 100 basis points For example, a quarter of a percentage point equals 25 basis points
basis points: There are 100 basis points in one percent; thus, 50 basis points equal one-half percent
basis points: One basis point = 0 01% For example, the difference in yield between Bond A at 6 50% and Bond B at 6 25% is 0 25%, or 25 basis points
basis points: Used to describe mortgage yield, one basis point equals one 100th of 1% or 0 01% A mortgage yield increase from 9 50 to 9 75% is an increase of 25 basis points
basis points: A relationship between a bond's price and a yield subdivided into hundredths One hundred basis points equals 1 percent interest yield
basis points: Basis points are used to express the difference between two percentage amounts One hundred basis points equates to one percent
basis points: These refer to the yield on bonds, with each percentage point of the yield in the bond equaling 100 basis points Thus if a bonds price rises from 6 25% to 6 49%, this represents a rise of 24 basis points
basis points: Used for the purpose of calculating fractions of interest percentages 100 basis points equals 1 percentage point of interest
be off points: without rationing; without points
bonus points: points given to customers who can then trade them for gifts or reductions, extra points
contact points: places at which there is connection
credit points: index which determines the rate of salary which is taxable
different points of view: various vantage points, various viewpoints, different opinions
four points of the compass: four corners of the earth (north, south, east and west)
give points: award points for successful execution (sports, competition, etc.)
gross rating points: GRP's is the sum of the rating percentage achieved Since GRP's take into account duplication, the total percentage of all exposures, GRP’s may exceed 100% (or 100 points) Expressed as an absolute number, GRP's is referred to as Gross Impressions or Gross Audience
gross rating points: The summation of the exposure opportunities (expressed as a percentage of the target universe) for all the elements in a media schedule
gross rating points: GRPs for outdoor refer to daily circulation, with one rating point representing a circulation equal to 1% of the market population
gross rating points: Total number of rating points, either households or demo, delivered by an advertisers schedule
gross rating points: A measure of the overall media exposure of consumer households (reach times frequency)
gross rating points: A measure of the total gross weight delivered by a vehicle (or vehicles) It is the sum of the ratings for the individual announcements or programs A rating point means an audience of 1 percent of the coverage base Hence 150 gross rating points means 1 5 messages per average home Gross rating points are duplicated ratings Also, reach times frequency equals GRPs
gross rating points: Reach times average frequency This is a measure of the advertising weight delivered by a vehicle or vehicles within a given time period
gross rating points: A measure of the overall advertising exposure of consumer households
gross rating points: GRPs are the sum of the rating percentage achieved Since GRPs take into account duplication, the total percentage of all exposures, the number may exceed 100 Expressed as an absolute number, GRPs are referred to as Gross Impressions or Gross Audience
join two points by a line: make a line that connects between two points
point: a promontory extending out into a large body of water; "they sailed south around the point"
point: A one-time charge by the lender or broker for originating a loan A point is one percent of the total loan amount An amount equal to 1 percent of the loan amount Points may be paid by the borrower at the time the loan is made to get a lower interest rate Lenders offer various rate/point combinations Sometimes called a loan origination fee
point: the precise location of something; a spatially limited location; "she walked to a point where she could survey the whole street"
point: Specifically: A small promontory or cape; a tract of land extending into the water beyond the common shore line
point: If you are on the point of doing something, you are about to do it. He was on the point of saying something when the phone rang She looked on the point of tears
point: In spoken English, you use point to refer to the dot or mark in a decimal number that separates the whole numbers from the fractions. Inflation at nine point four percent is the worst for eight years
point: a wall socket the gun muzzle's direction; "he held me up at the point of a gun"
point: A "point" represents a fee collected by lenders to lower the interest rate you pay on your loan One point equals one percent of the loan amount That means if you borrow $150,000 and pay one point, the point equals $1,500 Points are, in effect, pre-paid interest As a general rule, if you pay more points, the interest rate will be lower
point: When builders point a wall, they put a substance such as cement into the gaps between the bricks or stones in order to make the wall stronger and seal it. see also pointed, breaking point, focal point, point of sale, point of view, power point, sticking point, vantage point
point: A unit of measure in typography There are approximately 72 points to the inch A pica is 12 points
point: One of the raised dots used in certain systems of printing and writing for the blind
point: If you point something at someone, you aim the tip or end of it towards them. David Khan pointed his finger at Mary A man pointed a gun at them and pulled the trigger
point: In the case of shares of stock, a point means $1 If ABC shares rise 3 points, each share has risen $3 In the case of bonds a point means $10, since a bond is quoted as a percentage of $1,000 A bond that rises 3 points gains 3% in $1,000, or $30 in value An advance from 87 to 90 would mean an advance in dollar value from $870 to $900 In the case of market averages, the word point means merely that and no more If, for example, the NYSE Composite Index rises from 90 25 to 91 25, it has risen a point A point in this index, however, is not equivalent to $1
point: A decimal point (used when reading decimal fractions aloud)
point: a linear unit used to measure the size of type; approximately 1/72 inch
point: To indicate the presence of game by fixed and steady look, as certain hunting dogs do
point: The mark made by the end of a sharp, piercing instrument, as a needle; a prick
point: {i} spot, pinpoint; tip, prong; essence, gist; intention; matter; small measurement used to measure font size (Computers)
point: Prepaid interest assessed at closing by the lender Each point is an amount equal to one percent of the principal amount of a mortgage For example, if you get a mortgage for $80,000, one point means you pay $800 to the lender Lenders frequently charge points in both fixed-rate and adjustable-rate mortgages in order to increase the yield on the mortgage and to cover loan closing costs These points usually are collected at closing and may be paid by the borrower or the home seller, or may be split between them
point: The perpendicular rising of a hawk over the place where its prey has gone into cover
point: a very small circular shape; "a row of points"; "draw lines between the dots"
point: A point is a detail, aspect, or quality of something or someone. The most interesting point about the village was its religion Science was never my strong point at school
point: The position at the front or vanguard of an advancing force
point: A point is an electric socket. too far away from the nearest electrical point
point: {f} indicate; emphasize; sharpen; direct
point: To mark (as Hebrew) with vowel points
point: a wall socket
point: indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively; "I showed the customer the glove section"; "He pointed to the empty parking space"; "he indicated his opponents"
point: A particular moment in an event or occurrence
point: the object of an activity; "what is the point of discussing it?"
point: An indivisible portion of time; a moment; an instant; hence, the verge
point: A mark of punctuation; a character used to mark the divisions of a composition, or the pauses to be observed in reading, or to point off groups of figures, etc
point: an outstanding characteristic; "his acting was one of the high points of the movie"
point: sail close to the wind
point: an instant of time; "at that point I had to leave"
point: To fill up and finish the joints of (a wall), by introducing additional cement or mortar, and bringing it to a smooth surface
point: If you say that someone has a point, or if you take their point, you mean that you accept that what they have said is important and should be considered. `If he'd already killed once, surely he'd have killed Sarah?' She had a point there
point: To give particular prominence to; to designate in a special manner; to indicate, as if by pointing; as, the error was pointed out
point: the property of a shape that tapers to a sharp point a geometric element that has position but no extension; "a point is defined by its coordinates"
point: Also called discount point It is a one-time charge due at closing (see Closing) One point is one percent of your loan For example, if your loan is for $100,000, two points is $2,000 By paying points, you increase your initial costs in order to decrease your interest rate Sometimes the seller will split the cost of the points with you
point: a fielding position square of the wicket on the off side, between gully and cover
point: Used also figuratively; as, to point a moral
point: An amount equal to 1 percent of the principal amount of the investment or note The lender assesses loan discount points at closing to increase the yield on the mortgage to a position competitive with other types of investments
point: the essential matter; esp
point: The point of what you are saying or discussing is the most important part that provides a reason or explanation for the rest. `Did I ask you to talk to me?' --- `That's not the point.' The American Congress and media mostly missed the point about all this
point: Fee charged by the lender equal to one percentage of the amount borrowed to increase the yield on the mortgage loan
point: a style in speech or writing that arrests attention and has a penetrating or convincing quality or effect
point: You use point to refer to a particular time, or to a particular stage in the development of something. We're all going to die at some point At this point Diana arrived It got to the point where he had to leave
point: The points of the compass are directions such as North, South, East, and West. Sightseers arrived from all points of the compass
point: To supply with punctuation marks; to punctuate; as, to point a composition
point: If you make your point or prove your point, you prove that something is true, either by arguing about it or by your actions or behaviour. I think you've made your point, dear The tie-break proved the point
point: a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process; "a remarkable degree of frankness"; "at what stage are the social sciences?"