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Etymology
1. repoint
verb. repair the joints of bricks.
Etymology
- point (English)
- point (Middle English (1100-1500))
- re- (English)
Sentences with repoint
1. Verb, base form
By taking the time to repoint, you can have a secure cinder block wall for decades and save yourself a heap of trouble over the long term.
2. Noun, singular or mass
The simplest and best-looking way to repair a cracked brick is to simply remove it from the space, remove the mortar from around the brick, and repoint, or replace, the mortar around the brick.