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pointer

/ˈpɔɪntər/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does pointer mean?

noun, verb

A device used to point to something, or a person or thing that indicates or shows the way. To point to or indicate something.

Example

"The cursor is a pointer on the computer screen."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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