aiming point
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of aiming point
First recorded in 1905–10
Example Sentences
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The aiming point off the first tee is the “H” on the Beverly Hilton sign.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 14, 2023
In these jobs, to truly call it balance maybe isn’t necessarily the aiming point, but making sure that you prioritize the things that are really important in both phases.
From New York Times ● Aug. 15, 2021
Over the years it has gradually shifted to the right, and now is more of an aiming point for today’s players, a target to work the ball off of.
From Golf Digest ● Apr. 11, 2020
The bombardier spied a brief hole in the clouds north of the aiming point by the harbor.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 3, 2017
Each man, independently of the other, comes to the ready, aims carefully and deliberately at the aiming point or target, fires, loads, and continues the firing until ordered to suspend or cease firing.
From Manual for Noncommissioned Officers and Privates of Cavalry of the Army of the United States 1917 to be also used by Engineer Companies (Mounted) for Cavalry Instruction and Training by U. S. War Department
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