pont

British  

/ pɒnt /

noun

1. (in South Africa) a river ferry, esp one that is guided by a cable from one bank to the other

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Etymology

Origin of pont

C17: from Dutch: ferryboat, _punt ¹ ; reintroduced through Afrikaans in 19th or 20th century

Example Sentences

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pont

Truthfully, at one pont in the game I said: ‘We can’t let this dude win. … His press conference is going to be unbearable if we let this dude win.’

From Seattle Times ● Sep. 17, 2023

As an exercise for her impaired speech, Georges sings to her the traditional ballad “Sur le pont d’Avignon”; that stirs some participation.

From Time ● May 21, 2012

In short, it was the European tête de pont, of which Ceuta stands as the African fellow.

From The Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 1 by Frederick Whymper

In the case of a retreat the bridge should be covered by field intrenchments, called a tête de pont, and defended by a strong guard.

From Elements of Military Art and Science Or, Course Of Instruction In Strategy, Fortification, Tactics Of Battles, &C.; Embracing The Duties Of Staff, Infantry, Cavalry, Artillery, And Engineers; Adapted To The Use Of Volunteers And Militia; Third Edition; With Critical Notes On The Mexican And Crimean Wars. by Henry Wager Halleck

It did not discompose him in the least, and again taking out his snuff-box, Gaston Cheverny’s snuff-box, he began to hum Sur le pont d’Avignon.

From Francezka by Molly Elliot Seawell