point system

noun

1. Printing. a system for grading the sizes of type bodies, leads, etc., that employs the point as a unit of measurement. Compare point ( def 48a ).
2. any of certain systems of writing and printing for the blind that employ embossed symbols for letters.
3. a system of promoting students by an evaluation of their work on the basis of points representing quality of achievement.
4. Bedaux system.

point system

noun

1. printing a system of measurement using the point as its unit See point
2. a system for evaluation of achievement, as in education or industry, based on awarding points
3. any system of writing or printing, such as Braille, that uses protruding dots

Example Sentences

There is no official governing body, no uniform set of rules and regulations and no point system that would allow riders to advance to the Winter Games.

From Seattle Times

There is no official governing body, no uniform set of rules and regulations and no point system that would allow riders to advance to the Winter Games.

From Seattle Times

Her endorsement of Weight Watchers — she has said she lost 40 pounds using the company’s point system — convinced many others to sign up, analysts said.

From New York Times

The point system grants a narrow edge to the Japanese master with “Nimona,” “Elemental” and “Robot Dreams,” though not without their supporters, all coming in as long shots.

From Los Angeles Times

The point system awards 10 points to the winner and then drops off to 5-3-2-1 for the next four spots.

From Los Angeles Times