pointer

pointer

noun

Definition of POINTER

1

an arrow-shaped piece on a dial or scale for registering information <the pointer on my bathroom scale must be stuck—I know I lost weight>

Synonyms hand, index, indicator, needle

Related Words dial, face, gauge (also gage)

2

a piece of advice or useful information especially from an expert <the instructor gave me a few pointers but otherwise let me do the cooking by myself>

Synonyms hint, lead, pointer

Related Words advice, advisement, assistance, counsel, guidance, recommendation, suggestion; caution, cautioning, sign, signal, telltale, tip-off, warning; brief, direction, feedback, instruction, observation; prompt, reminder, urging; answer, clue, solution