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point system

point sys·tem (plural point sys·tems) or points sys·tem (plural points sys·tems)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. management education system for evaluating achievement: a system of evaluating performance at school, college, or work by giving points for achievements

2. printing sizing system for type: a system of indicating the size of type based on the point

3. printing printing method using raised dots: a method of printing for vision-impaired people such as Braille that uses raised dots and can be read by touch

4. law penalty points for driving offenses: a system in which drivers are given penalty points for driving offenses and incur punishments such as being banned from driving when the points reach a given number

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