point system

point system
1. Print. a system for grading the sizes of type bodies, leads, etc., that employs the point as a unit of measurement. Cf. point (def. 48a).
2. any of certain systems of writing and printing for the blind that employ embossed symbols for letters.
3. a system of promoting students by an evaluation of their work on the basis of points representing quality of achievement.

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  • Point system (driving) — A demerit point system is one in which a driver s licensing authority, police force, or other organization issues cumulative demerits, or points to drivers on conviction for road traffic offenses. Points may either be added or subtracted,… …   Wikipedia

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  • point system — noun 1. a system of evaluation based on awarding points according to rules (Freq. 1) • Topics: ↑education, ↑instruction, ↑teaching, ↑pedagogy, ↑didactics, ↑educational activity, ↑industry, ↑ …   Useful english dictionary

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