pointing
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B1
/ˈpɔɪntɪŋ/
(point)
specific location or direction
Etymology
Etymology Information
'point' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'pointe', where 'pointe' meant 'sharp end'.
Historical Evolution
'pointe' transformed into the Middle English word 'point', and eventually became the modern English word 'point'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'sharp end', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'directing attention'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
the act of directing someone's attention to something by extending a finger or object.
She was pointing at the map to show the location.
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Verb 2
present participle form of 'point'.
He is pointing out the errors in the document.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41