pointer Meaning and Definition

1. n. a strong slender smooth-haired dog of Spanish origin having a white coat with brown or black patches; scents out and points game

2. n. (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

3. n. an indicator as on a dial

4. n. a mark to indicate a direction or relation