fixed point

British  

noun

1. physics a reproducible invariant temperature; the boiling point, freezing point, or triple point of a substance, such as water, that is used to calibrate a thermometer or define a temperature scale

2. maths a point that is not moved by a given transformation

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Example Sentences

Write down your goals focusing on "direction and experience rather than a fixed point".

From BBC

Whereas Penelope knew quite well that home was not a fixed point on a map.

From Literature

There may be enough lateral movement in his stroke to suggest he is not stabilising to a fixed point.

From BBC

A fixed point in a turning world as ever.

From Los Angeles Times

If his role as Capt. James T. Kirk on “Star Trek” is the fixed point from which that career extends backward and forward in time, there are things to admire in Early, Middle and Late Period Shatner alike, and the more I’ve explored the farther reaches of his work, the higher I’ve come to rate him.

From Los Angeles Times