waypoint

British

/ ˈweɪˌpɔɪnt /

noun

the co-ordinates of a specific location as defined by a GPS

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Upon landing, the animals face strict customs inspections before resting at waypoint stables.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 2026

"We are at an existential waypoint for security and peace in Europe."

From BBC • Feb. 19, 2025

"This site likely served as a crucial waypoint along pastoral routes, linking key oases and facilitating cultural exchange and trade."

From Science Daily • Apr. 17, 2024

In recent months, the town of 28,000 has transformed from a relatively quiet international commerce waypoint into a destination for conservative livestreaming and speechmaking.

From Slate • Jan. 31, 2024

Finally, my character appeared at the waypoint and I followed the minimap to him.

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows

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