reference point — A standard or fixed point that is used for comparison or judgment when evaluating something else.
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A standard or fixed point that is used for comparison or judgment when evaluating something else.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈrɛf.ər.əns pɔɪnt/
Example Sentences
- Without a clear reference point, the GPS kept sending my dad in circles around the parking lot.
- Scientists use the boiling point of water as a reference point for temperature measurements.
- My little brother uses 'as tall as the fridge' as his personal reference point for height.
reference point
NOUN[/ˈrɛf.ər.əns pɔɪnt/]
A standard or fixed point that is used for comparison or judgment when evaluating something else.
The lighthouse serves as a reference point for sailors navigating the foggy coast.
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“Without a clear reference point, the GPS kept sending my dad in circles around the parking lot.”
“Scientists use the boiling point of water as a reference point for temperature measurements.”
“My little brother uses 'as tall as the fridge' as his personal reference point for height.”
“The teacher gave last year's exam scores as a reference point for this year's grading curve.”
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