limit point

noun

: a point that is related to a set of points in such a way that every neighborhood of the point no matter how small contains another point belonging to the set

called also point of accumulation

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Be aware that some programs limit points transfers and pooling to people in the same household, while others have more flexible rules that allow sharing between larger groups of friends. — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Feb. 2024 When it’s all said and done, our job is to limit points, and our job is to get the ball back. — Ashley Bastock, cleveland, 7 Sep. 2023

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First Known Use

1850, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of limit point was in 1850

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“Limit point.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/limit%20point. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.

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