reference point

Noun

1.

reference point - an indicator that orients you generally; "it is used as a reference for comparing the heating and the electrical energy involved" Synonyms: point of reference, reference

bench mark, benchmark, buoy, criterion, indicator, landmark, lubber line, lubber's line, lubber's mark, lubber's point, mark, measure, point of reference, reference, standard, target, touchstone, white line