Main Entry: point·er

Pronunciation: \ˈpȯin-tər\

Function: noun

Date: 1574

1 a plural capitalized : 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 : a large strong slender smooth-haired gundog that hunts by scent and indicates the presence of game by pointing
3 : one that furnishes with points
4 : a useful suggestion or hint : tip