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point man

 

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Noun point man has 2 senses
  1. point man - someone who is the forefront of an important enterprise; "he is the president's point man on economic issues"
    --1 is a kind of
    leader
  2. point man - a soldier who goes ahead of a patrol
    --2 is a kind of
    soldier

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Point Man

Definition:

A point man is a term used to describe the lead person in a group or team, who takes the forefront position and leads the way during a military operation, exploration, or any other group activity.

Senses:

Sense 1:

(Noun) A military role

The point man in a military operation is responsible for leading the team, scouting for potential threats, and marking the route for the rest of the group.

Example sentence: During the mission, Corporal Johnson acted as the point man, guiding his platoon through the dense forest.

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Sense 2:

(Noun) A person leading the way in any group activity

In a hiking expedition, the point man ensures that the group stays on track and reaches the destination safely.

Example sentence: Sarah, an experienced mountaineer, volunteered to be the point man for the hiking team during their ascent.

Related products: Hiking Gear

Sense 3:

(Noun) A term used in sports

In sports like soccer or basketball, the point man is the player who controls the flow of the game and directs the team's offensive plays.

Example sentence: As the point man, John displayed excellent passing skills and coordinated his basketball team's attacks effectively.

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Sense 4:

(Noun) A person who takes the lead in social or organizational activities within a local community

In community events or organizations, a point man is responsible for organizing, coordinating, and leading the efforts.

Example sentence: Mark has been the point man for the neighborhood watch program for the past five years.

Related products: Community Organizer

Sense 5:

(Noun) A popular term in business management

In business, the point man is an individual who spearheads a project, taking charge of the overall planning and execution.

Example sentence: Sarah was appointed as the point man for the company's major marketing campaign.

Related products: Business Project Management

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