point

Noun

point noun

1. A discrete division of something.
2. A sharp extremity.
3. One of the several different parts of the escutcheon.
4. A short piece of cordage used in reefing sails.

Verb

point verb

1. To extend the index finger in the direction of something in order to show where it is or to draw attention to it.“It's rude to point at other people.”
2. To draw attention to something or indicate a direction.“The arrow of a compass points north”
3. To face in a particular direction.
4. (sometimes figurative) To direct toward an object; to aim.“to point a gun at a wolf, or a cannon at a fort”

point verb

1. To appoint.