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Dictionary of Phrase and Fable—P

Points

Armed at all points. “Armé de toutes pièces,” or “Armé jusqu' aux dents.” “Armed at all points exactly cap-à-pie. ”

To stand on points.
On punctilios; delicacy of behaviour.

“This fellow doth not stand upon points.” —Shakespeare: Midsummer Night's Dream, v. 1.

Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894
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