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pointers

noun , plural of pointer

Synonyms and Antonyms of pointers

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 of pointers

hands, indexes (or indices), indicators, needles

Words Related to pointers

dials, faces, gauges (also gages)

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 of pointers

hints, leads, tips

Words Related to pointers

advice, advisements, assistances, counsel, guidance, recommendations, suggestions

cautions, signs, signals, telltales, tip-offs, warnings

briefs, directions, feedback, instructions, observations

prompts, reminders, urgings

answers, clues, solutions

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