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Pointer

/ˈpɔɪntə/

Anything that points or is used for pointing.

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📖 Definitions of "Pointer"

noun

1
Anything that points or is used for pointing.
2
A teacher's pointer, pointing stick, a rod with an arrow.
3
A needle-like component of a timepiece or measuring device that indicates the time or the current reading of the device.
4
A breed of hunting dog, trained to point out game.

🔄 Synonyms of "Pointer"

3 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.

Word	Definition
arrownoun	A projectile consisting of a shaft, a point and a tail with stabilizing fins that is shot from a bow.
cursornoun	(graphical user interface) A moving icon or other representation, usually called a pointer, of the position of the pointing device.
spanish pointernoun	a strong slender smooth-haired dog of spanish origin having a white coat with brown or black patches; scents out and points game

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Pointer"

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Word	Definition
arrownoun	A projectile consisting of a shaft, a point and a tail with stabilizing fins that is shot from a bow.
cursornoun	(graphical user interface) A moving icon or other representation, usually called a pointer, of the position of the pointing device.
spanish pointernoun	a strong slender smooth-haired dog of spanish origin having a white coat with brown or black patches; scents out and points game
pointingnoun	The action of the verb to point.
tipnoun	The extreme end of something, especially when pointed; e.g. the sharp end of a pencil.
sweepnoun	A single action of sweeping.
aimernoun	One who aims; one who is responsible for aiming.
needlenoun	A long, thin, sharp implement usually for piercing as in sewing, embroidery, acupuncture, tattooing, body piercing, medical injections, sutures, etc; or a blunt but otherwise similar implement used for forming loops or knots in crafts such as darning, knitting, tatting, etc.
markernoun	Someone or something that creates marks, particularly
beaconnoun	(figurative) That which gives notice of danger, hope, etc., or keeps people on the correct path; a source of inspiration.
stylusnoun	(computing) A small device resembling a pen used to input handwritten text or drawings directly into an electronic device with a touch-sensitive screen.
promptnoun	A reminder or cue.
gaugenoun	A measure; a standard of measure; an instrument to determine dimensions, distance, or capacity; a standard
flagnoun	A piece of cloth, often decorated with an emblem, used as a visual signal or symbol.
altimeternoun	An apparatus for measuring altitude.
patternnoun	Model, example.
mindernoun	One who minds, tends, or watches something such as a child, a machine, or cattle; a keeper.
flagshipnoun	(by extension, often attributive) The most important one out of a related group.
presenternoun	(radio, television) Someone who presents a broadcast programme; a compere or master of ceremonies.
indicatornoun	A pointer or index that indicates something.