Pointer - definition, pronunciation, transcription
Amer.
|ˈpɔɪntər|
Brit.
|ˈpɔɪntə|
noun
- a mark to indicate a direction or relation (syn: arrow)
- an indicator as on a dial
- (computer science) indicator consisting of a movable spot of light (an icon) on a visual display; moving it allows the user to point to commands or screen positions (syn: cursor)
- a strong slender smooth-haired dog of Spanish origin having a white coat with brown or black patches; scents out and points to game
- an indicator as on a dial
- (computer science) indicator consisting of a movable spot of light (an icon) on a visual display; moving it allows the user to point to commands or screen positions (syn: cursor)
- a strong slender smooth-haired dog of Spanish origin having a white coat with brown or black patches; scents out and points to game
Extra examples
Let me give you a few pointers on managing a successful business.
The latest data gives a pointer to the economy's overall growth.
This may be a pointer to a very serious problem.
Ralph gave me some pointers on my golf swing.
The local elections were seen as a pointer to teh general elections.
Position the mouse pointer and click.
The pointer was between 35 and 40 pounds.
Word forms
noun
singular: pointer
plural: pointers
singular: pointer
plural: pointers
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