reference point
noun
: something that is used to judge or understand something else
The professor used the study as a reference point for evaluating and discussing other theories.
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From being tutored by Tallas to now working with him to develop the Panthers’ goaltenders of the future, Luongo has a great reference point to Tallas’ strengths as a coach.
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Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 28 Sep. 2025
Common mistakes include measuring over clothing, pulling the tape too tight, or using the belly button as the only reference point.
—Heidi Cope, Health, 22 Sep. 2025
The 1998 couture collection is a popular reference point for several high-profile figures.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 16 Sep. 2025
The most valuable use of market data is as a reference point.
—Erika Andersson, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
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Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 28 Sep. 2025
Common mistakes include measuring over clothing, pulling the tape too tight, or using the belly button as the only reference point.
—Heidi Cope, Health, 22 Sep. 2025
The 1998 couture collection is a popular reference point for several high-profile figures.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 16 Sep. 2025
The most valuable use of market data is as a reference point.
—Erika Andersson, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for reference point
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“Reference point.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reference%20point. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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