1
a
Pointers plural
: the two stars in the Big Dipper a line through which points to the North Star
b
: one that points out
especially
: a rod used to direct attention
c
: a computer memory address that contains another address (as of desired data)
2
: any of various large, strong, slender gundogs that hunt by scent and indicate the presence of game by pointing (see point entry 2 sense 4b)
specifically
: any of an English breed of agile, muscular dogs having a short, smooth coat that is usually white with patches of liver, pale yellow, black, or orange and a moderately long tapered tail see also german shorthaired pointer, german wirehaired pointer
3
: one that furnishes with points
4
: a useful suggestion or hint : tip
Examples of pointer in a Sentence
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.
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Keep the following pointers in mind to ensure your cheese experience is the crème de la crème:
Think fresh.
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Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Mar. 2025
Summit on the other had shot 44% (12-27) from the floor and hit five of 11 (45%) three pointers.
—Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Mar. 2025
With just over two minutes left, Tatum knocked down a dagger three pointer to extend the lead to 105-95.
—Jacob Lev, CNN, 8 Mar. 2025
Obvious pointers include politics and other nation-specific issues that are at variance with the values and beliefs of many workers.
—Rachel Wells, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
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Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Mar. 2025
Summit on the other had shot 44% (12-27) from the floor and hit five of 11 (45%) three pointers.
—Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Mar. 2025
With just over two minutes left, Tatum knocked down a dagger three pointer to extend the lead to 105-95.
—Jacob Lev, CNN, 8 Mar. 2025
Obvious pointers include politics and other nation-specific issues that are at variance with the values and beliefs of many workers.
—Rachel Wells, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for pointer
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“Pointer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pointer. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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