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Positive Axis Point (Pap): The axis of the ball during the first few revolutions that is created totally by the bowler's release style.

Axis: Generally the reference is to the positive axis point (PAP), which is the point on the ball where the bowler's release creates the initial axis of rotation.

Positive: Related to concentric.

Positive Camber: A Positive Camber turn is one that is banked higher on the outside of the turn than on the inside. NASCAR racetracks and Interstate highways are examples of roads that have Positive Camber.

Positive Carry: Related: Net financing cost

Points: A fee charged by the lender as additional compensation for making the loan. One 'point' is equal to 1% of the principal amount of the loan.

Pointer: A pointer is a type in c++ and c that points to a section in memory. They are most often used to pass to a method to ensure that the particular variable being pointed to is modified by the m . . . View Full Definition

Point-Spread Function: the kernel in the superposition integral (convolution product) that expresses the effect of a linear optical system in the formation of an image of an object. Point spread function and trans . . . View Full Definition

Point-To-Point: Refers to the fares between two cities; the service between two cities without additional segments or any continuation.

Pointe Work: Performing steps while on the tips of the toes, using a special blocked shoe. Although mostly a female dancers' skill, nowadays it is not unknown for male dancers to receive training in pointe work.