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单词 trig point
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Definition of trig point in English:

trig point

nounˈtrɪɡpɔɪnt
British
  • A reference point on high ground used in surveying, typically marked by a small pillar.

    Example sentencesExamples
    • Bear left on the top to join the tarmac of the mast access road and the trig point summit pillar is passed on the left.
    • Continue up the slope to the trig point marking the summit of Connachair at 1,397 ft.
    • This isn't the trig point at the summit but rather an old way marker a few hundred yards further on.
    • From there continue SE to the trig point on the hill's SE top.
    • The complete route is along public rights of way, Forestry Commission permissive paths, and by special permission to the trig point.
    • A bank and ditch ran north-west towards the main camp on the central knoll near the trig point.
    • Cross marshy ground to a cairn, and after 300 yards you will reach the trig point on top of Auchineden Hill.
    • The summit trig point is situated on top of the prominent granite tor.
    • The trig point at 971 feet is unmissable, newly painted white, and right by the path.
    • When I eventually reached the trig point on the 2,759 ft / 841m summit of Vrackie I swore I would never climb the hill again.

Origin

Mid 19th century: abbreviation of trigonometrical point.

 
 
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