pinpoint

Definition

  • noun: a very small point or dot
  • noun: something that is extremely small or insignificant
  • verb: to find out (something) with certainty
  • verb: to locate or aim with great precision or accuracy
  • often + 'of'

Examples

  • They were finally able to 'pinpoint' the cause of the fire.

  • Rescuers were able to 'pinpoint' where the lost girl was.

  • The military uses computer imaging to 'pinpoint' targets.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) - You did all this? - Mm-hm. The pill you took is part of a trace program. It disrupts your carrier signals so we can pinpoint your location. What does that mean? It means buckle your seat belt, Dorothy ... ... because Kansas ... ... is going bye-bye. (..)
    1999 The Matrix