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Oxford Dictionary of Idioms
Oxford Dictionary of Idioms

Idiom: Case in point


Idiom Definition

Meaning:

  • Meaning an instance of something has just occurred that was previously discussed. For instance, a person may have told another that something always happens. Later that day, they see it happening, and the informer might say, 'case in point'.

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Contributed By: Leon Smith

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