point-to-point

American  

[point-tuh-point] / ˈpɔɪnt təˈpɔɪnt /

noun

1. a cross-country horse race between specified points, in which each rider is often free to select their own course between the points.

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point-to-point British  

noun

1. 1. a steeplechase organized by a recognized hunt or other body, usually restricted to amateurs riding horses that have been regularly used in hunting

   2. ( as modifier )

      a point-to-point race

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adjective

1. (of a route) from one place to the next

2. (of a radiocommunication link) from one point to another, rather than broadcast

Etymology

Origin of point-to-point

First recorded in 1880–85

Example Sentences

It is also different from "point-to-point" flying, which sees passengers travelling on direct long-distance routes between secondary cities, generally aboard smaller aircraft.

From BBC

The Gulf carriers' approach combines some of the convenience point-to-point gives passengers with the economies of scale for airlines associated with the hub-and-spoke system.

From BBC

Assist Pro provides essentially hands-free, point-to-point autonomous driving in urban environments, allowing users to automate the daily grind with the touch of a button.

From The Wall Street Journal

Of course, tens of thousands of Tesla owners already enjoy point-to-point navigation using the company’s Full Self-Driving feature.

From The Wall Street Journal

Mercedes refers to the enhanced point-to-point abilities as “Level 2++” automation.

From The Wall Street Journal