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outpoint

[out-point]

verb (used with object)

to excel in number of points, as in a competition or contest.

Nautical. to sail closer to the wind than (another ship).

Origin:
1585–95; out- + point

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outpoint (ˌaʊtˈpɔɪnt)

—vb
1.	to score more points than
2.	nautical to sail closer to the wind (point higher) than (another sailing vessel)

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