pointer

• اسم يشير إلى علامة أو مؤشر أو جهاز يُستعمل للدلالة على اتجاه أو موضع أو شيء معين محل الاهتمام. وفي الحوسبة، هو مؤشر الفأرة أو مؤشر برمجي يشير إلى موقع في الذاكرة.

A noun referring to a mark, indicator, or device used to show direction, position, or a specific item of interest.

1. Directional indicatorB1formal

   A mark or sign used to show a direction or relationship.

   مؤشر الاتجاه

   • The arrow on the map serves as a pointer to the north.
   • Use the laser pointer to highlight the key points on the slide.
   • The signpost had a pointer indicating the way to the museum.

   المرادفاتarrowcursorguideindicatormarkerneedle

2. Dial indicatorB1formal

   A needle or marker on a gauge or dial that shows a measurement or value.

   مؤشر

   • The pointer on the speedometer moved past 60 miles per hour.
   • Check the pointer on the pressure gauge to ensure it's in the safe zone.
   • The clock's pointer indicates the exact time.

   المرادفاتhandindicatormarkerneedle

3. Computer cursorA2informalIT

   A movable icon on a computer screen that allows the user to select commands or positions.

   مؤشر الفأرة

   • Move the pointer to the start button and click.
   • The pointer changed to a hand icon when hovering over the link.
   • You can adjust the pointer speed in the settings menu.

   المرادفاتarrowcursor

4. Dog breedB2formal

   A breed of dog with a smooth coat, typically white with brown or black patches, known for pointing at game.

   البوينتر

   • The pointer froze, one paw raised, indicating the hidden bird.
   • She trained her pointer to hunt pheasants in the field.
   • Pointers are known for their keen sense of smell and stamina.