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Definition of waypoint

waypoint

/ˈweɪˌpɔɪnt/
way · point
Plural:waypoints
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• noun

1

A specified set of geographic coordinates (such as latitude, longitude, and sometimes altitude) used in satellite, maritime, or aviation navigation to define a point along a route.

Example

"The captain programmed the new GPS waypoints into the ship's navigation system to avoid the shallow reef."

2

A stopping place or intermediate reference point along a physical journey or course.

Example

"The mountain pass served as a critical waypoint for hikers crossing the ridge before nightfall."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Waypoint. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/waypoint
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