Pronunciation: /weɪˌpɔɪnt/
noun a point on a route or path that marks a direction or location
A1 I marked the waypoint on the map so we wouldn't get lost.
A2 The hikers reached the waypoint just before sunset.
B1 The pilot entered the coordinates for the next waypoint into the navigation system.
B2 The team set up camp near the waypoint to rest for the night.
C1 The waypoint was a crucial checkpoint in the race, determining the winner.
C2 Using the waypoint as a reference, the ship navigated through the treacherous waters safely.
verb not applicable
A1 I waypointed the location on the map so we wouldn't get lost.
A2 She waypointed the meeting spot for us to easily find each other.
B1 The hikers waypointed their trail to mark their progress.
B2 The pilot carefully waypointed the route to ensure a smooth flight.
C1 The explorer meticulously waypointed each stop on the expedition.
C2 The navigator expertly waypointed the course for the ship to follow.
adjective not applicable
A1 The map had a waypoint marker to show the location of the treasure.
A2 The hikers followed the trail markers to find the next waypoint on their journey.
B1 The pilot set a waypoint on the GPS to navigate through the stormy weather.
B2 The military operation required precise coordination of multiple waypoints for the troops to reach their target.
C1 The advanced drone technology allowed for autonomous flight using predefined waypoints.
C2 The spacecraft adjusted its trajectory based on the calculated waypoint coordinates for a precise landing on Mars.
adverb not applicable
A1 I stopped at each waypoint on my journey to check the map.
A2 The hikers used the waypoint to mark their progress along the trail.
B1 The pilot set a new waypoint in the navigation system to adjust the flight path.
B2 The car's GPS system automatically calculates the fastest route based on the set waypoints.
C1 The expedition team carefully plotted their course using a series of waypoints to reach the summit.
C2 The spacecraft adjusted its trajectory by navigating through a series of waypoints in space.
pronoun not applicable
A1 The waypoint is marked on the map with a red X.
A2 Please set the waypoint to guide us to the next location.
B1 The hikers reached the waypoint and took a short break.
B2 The pilot programmed the GPS with the next waypoint coordinates.
C1 The expedition team used the waypoint to navigate through the dense forest.
C2 The spacecraft adjusted its trajectory based on the calculated waypoint.
preposition not applicable
A1 I need to stop at the waypoint before continuing on my journey.
A2 The map shows a waypoint where we can rest and have a picnic.
B1 The hikers set a waypoint to meet up in case they get separated on the trail.
B2 The pilot programmed the aircraft's autopilot to navigate to the next waypoint.
C1 The explorers used the ancient ruins as a waypoint to guide them through the dense jungle.
C2 The satellite navigation system automatically calculates the optimal route based on predefined waypoints.
conjunction not applicable
A1 I will meet you at the waypoint and then we can continue our journey together.
A2 Let's set a new waypoint on the map so we don't get lost.
B1 The hikers decided to make the waypoint their meeting spot in case they got separated.
B2 The pilot adjusted the flight plan to include a new waypoint for refueling.
C1 The expedition team used the GPS coordinates to mark each waypoint along the route.
C2 The captain plotted a course with multiple waypoints to navigate through the treacherous waters.
interjection not applicable
A1 Waypoint! Let's take a break here.
A2 Excuse me, waypoint, can you tell me how to get to the nearest gas station?
B1 Waypoint, could you please point me in the right direction to the hotel?
B2 Waypoint! We've reached the halfway mark on our hike.
C1 I've set a new waypoint for our next destination.
C2 Waypoint, it looks like we've taken a wrong turn.
article not applicable
A1 I followed the map to the waypoint and found the hidden treasure.
A2 The hikers stopped at each waypoint to rest and check their location.
B1 The pilot set the course using several waypoints to navigate through the storm.
B2 The waypoints marked on the trail helped the runners stay on course during the race.
C1 The ship's captain plotted a route with multiple waypoints to avoid dangerous waters.
C2 The drone autonomously flew to each waypoint in the designated area for surveillance purposes.
formal The pilot set a new waypoint in the navigation system to guide the aircraft to its destination.
informal Make sure to follow the waypoints on the map so we don't get lost.
slang I'll drop a pin on the map as our waypoint for meeting up later.
figurative Setting goals in life can act as waypoints to keep you on track towards your dreams.
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