endpoint

/ˈɛndˌpɔɪnt/
noun
  1. The final point of something, such as a journey, process, or line.
    • We reached the endpoint of our project after months of work.
    • The trail's endpoint is a beautiful mountain lake.
    • The endpoint of the race was marked with a red banner.
  2. In computing, a device or node at the end of a network connection, such as a computer or smartphone.
    • The security system monitors all endpoints for suspicious activity.
    • Each endpoint on the network must have a unique IP address.
    • You can connect your laptop as an endpoint to the server.
  3. In mathematics, either of two points that mark the ends of a line segment or curve.
    • The line segment has two endpoints, A and B.
    • The graph shows the endpoints of the interval clearly.
    • Find the coordinates of the endpoint of the ray.
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