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1. pointer

noun. ['ˈpɔɪntɝ'] a strong slender smooth-haired dog of Spanish origin having a white coat with brown or black patches; scents out and points to game.

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Etymology

  • -er (English)
  • -er (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • point (English)
  • point (Middle English (1100-1500))

Rhymes with Pointer

  • poynter

2. pointer

noun. ['ˈpɔɪntɝ'] a mark to indicate a direction or relation.

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Etymology

  • -er (English)
  • -er (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • point (English)
  • point (Middle English (1100-1500))

3. pointer

noun. ['ˈpɔɪntɝ'] (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.

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Etymology

  • -er (English)
  • -er (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • point (English)
  • point (Middle English (1100-1500))

4. pointer

noun. ['ˈpɔɪntɝ'] an indicator as on a dial.

Etymology

  • -er (English)
  • -er (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • point (English)
  • point (Middle English (1100-1500))