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multipoint

multipoint

4.9
Having several points or connections in a system
  • adjective
  • /ˈmʌltɪˌpɔɪnt/
  • Specialized
translation icon : multipunto
  • To enhance the data transmission speed, the system employs multipoint links that connect multiple access points simultaneously.

Examples

  • The multipoint nature of interest-based data retrieval provides flexibility to maintain communication in highly dynamic environments.

    Academic text (2012)
  • A multipoint level control has been designed for pump control or batch applications.

    Academic text (1995)
  • But Brodskii transforms the attitude of the crowd from distracted, multipoint focus to rapt attention and collective enthusiasm.

    Academic text (2000)
  • The engineer explained how the new design allows for multipoint connections between different devices in the network.

  • Using a multipoint strategy, the team was able to optimize their communication and collaboration across various departments.

Synonyms

multidrop
vsmultipoint
  • Specialized
7.0

Allowing several devices or stops to share the same line

is broader, meaning many points or connections within a system
multiport
vsmultipoint
  • Specialized
5.4

Having more than one place to plug in devices

is the general idea of several system points not only device connections
multiported
vsmultipoint
  • Specialized
7.2

Having more than one port for connecting other devices

focuses on many points in a network rather than physical openings
noded
vsmultipoint
7.9

Having points where different parts connect in a network

refers to multiple points broadly, not only formal hub structures
multilocus
vsmultipoint
  • Specialized
8.3

Involving more than one place, for example different areas in a study

means many system points or connections rather than separate places
multicast
vsmultipoint
  • Specialized
6.4

Describing a network method that sends the same data to many devices at once

describes several points or connections rather than a transmission method

How Many Points

multipoint
  • Specialized
4.9
threeness
8.8

Surface Forms

multipoint positive

Morphology

multipoint = point (transparent) = multi + point

The meaning follows directly from 'multi-' plus 'point' as something involving several points or connections.

Etymology

Multipoint combines the prefix multi- ('many') and point ('place' or 'connection'), so picture many pins or spots to join, like in the word multiple. So multipoint (as an adjective) describes something that has several points or connections.