Poít

Poít is a term used in speculative linguistics and fictional worlds to denote a conceptual unit that marks a boundary between states of perception or narrative immediacy. The word is not attested as an established term in mainstream linguistics or philosophy and is considered a neologism or a fictional construct in many contexts.

Etymology and orthography: The form "poít" with an acute on the í suggests a deliberate diacritic to indicate distinct pronunciation or emphasis. Its exact origin is unclear and varies by author; it is generally presented as a coinage rather than a borrowing from a natural language.

Usage: In fiction and worldbuilding, poít often functions as a metaphorical or magical 'point' or 'locus' at which information, causality, or agency converges. It may serve as a narrative device to signal turning points or as a canonical unit in a constructed language's grammar. In some fan communities, poít is also used as a shorthand for a type of plot mechanism or prop in role-playing games.

Examples: A short story might describe a character crossing a poít, the moment where choice crystallizes into action. In a constructed language, poít could be a nominal form that marks the boundary between two tenses.

See also: Neologism, constructed language, worldbuilding, narrative device.

References: No widely recognized references; usage limited to speculative fiction and online communities.