To point out
Example: She points out errors in the final report
Definition
"To point out" means to indicate or draw attention to something, often for the purpose of highlighting an error, fact, or detail. For example, when someone says 'She points out errors in the final report,' they are identifying mistakes that need correction.
Etymology
The phrase "to point out" combines the verb "point," from Old French 'pointer,' meaning 'to pierce or indicate,' with the adverb "out," used here to emphasize directing attention outwardly or explicitly. Did you know? The word "point" originally related to sharp objects, but evolved metaphorically to mean indicating or showing something.
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"To point out" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 2", containing 113 commonly used words.
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