That' The term 'THAT POINT' can be broken down into two words, 'THAT' and 'POINT'. The word 'THAT' is a pronoun used to refer to a person, place, or thing THAT has already been mentioned. It can also be used to introduce a clause or phrase. The word 'POINT' is a noun THAT refers to a particular moment in time, an idea, or a location. Together, the two words can refer to a specific moment in time, an idea, or a location THAT has already been mentioned.