pointer   (Sound)

The noun pointer has 4 senses

• arrow, pointer -- (a mark to indicate a direction or relation)


• pointer -- (an indicator as on a dial)


• cursor, pointer -- ((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)


• pointer, Spanish pointer -- (a strong slender smooth-haired dog of Spanish origin having a white coat with brown or black patches; scents out and points to game)