point (A1)
noun
Pronunciation: pɔɪnt
Definition
To direct attention toward someone or something, often with a finger or object.
Examples
She pointed to the correct answer.
Do not point the camera at the sun.
He pointed across the river.
How to Use point
- point of (prepositional phrase)
- Used to show the purpose or idea of something. — "The point of the exercise is to learn new words."
- point at (prepositional phrase)
- To direct something towards a place or person. — "He pointed at the bird in the tree."
- point to (prepositional phrase)
- To show or indicate something. — "The evidence points to his guilt."
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