pinpoint
//ˈpɪnˌpɔɪnt//
Verb
pinpointInfinitive
pinpointPresent tense
pinpointedPast tense
pinpointedPast participle
pinpointingPresent participle
pinpointsThird-person singular
1
To locate or identify something with great precision or accuracy.
The engineers were able to pinpoint the source of the problem.
2
To determine the exact cause, source, or nature of something.
The doctors were able to pinpoint the cause of her illness.
Adjective
pinpointCanonical form
1
Extremely precise, exact, or accurate.
The missile system has pinpoint accuracy.
Noun
1
A very small point or spot; the sharp point of a pin.
A pinpoint of light appeared in the darkness.