Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the phrase
Point Man.
Point Man - as a noun
Someone who is the forefront of an important enterprise
Example: "He is the president's point man on economic issues"
A soldier who goes ahead of a patrol
Example Sentences
"The point man led the team through the treacherous terrain."
"In a military operation, the point man takes the lead."
"The point man spotted the enemy camp from a distance."
"As the point man, he had to make quick decisions."
"The point man signaled the rest of the team to proceed."