Meaning of the word "miss the point" in English

What does "miss the point" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

miss the point

US /mɪs ðə pɔɪnt/
UK /mɪs ðə pɔɪnt/

Idiom

to fail to understand the most important or central part of something

Example:
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You're completely missing the point; the issue isn't about money, it's about trust.
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He kept talking about minor details, clearly missing the point of the discussion.