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Definition of Pointer
1. Noun. A mark to indicate a direction or relation.
Exact synonyms: Arrow
Generic synonyms: Mark
Terms within: Shaft, Head, Point
Derivative terms: Point, Point, Point
Generic synonyms: Mark
Terms within: Shaft, Head, Point
Derivative terms: Point, Point, Point
2. Noun. An indicator as on a dial.
Specialized synonyms: Hand, Electronic Stylus, Light Pen, Needle
Generic synonyms: Indicator
Derivative terms: Point, Point, Point
Generic synonyms: Indicator
Derivative terms: Point, Point, Point
3. Noun. (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.
Exact synonyms: Cursor
Generic synonyms: Indicator
Category relationships: Computer Science, Computing
Derivative terms: Point, Point
Generic synonyms: Indicator
Category relationships: Computer Science, Computing
Derivative terms: Point, Point
4. Noun. A strong slender smooth-haired dog of Spanish origin having a white coat with brown or black patches; scents out and points to game.
Exact synonyms: Spanish Pointer
Generic synonyms: Gun Dog, Sporting Dog
Specialized synonyms: German Short-haired Pointer, Hungarian Pointer, Vizsla
Generic synonyms: Gun Dog, Sporting Dog
Specialized synonyms: German Short-haired Pointer, Hungarian Pointer, Vizsla
Definition of Pointer
1. n. One who, or that which, points.
Definition of Pointer
1. one that points [n -S] - See also: points
Medical Definition of Pointer
1.
One who, or that which, points. Specifically:
The hand of a timepiece.