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 quotes

  • (..) keep a low profile, "Mohammed"... ...we've brought the mountain to you. We've narrowed the bomb's location to somewhere on the eastern seaboard. But we haven't been able to pinpoint its exact position. Their codes have grown increasingly complex. Look at this, John. What? (..)
    2001 A Beautiful Mind