beampointer
nounUK /ˈbiːmˌpɔɪntə/
US /ˈbiːmˌpɔɪntər/
A beampointer is a small tool that shines a bright line of light so you can point at things.
The teacher used a beampointer to show us the mountains on the big map.
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2. A device that aims a narrow beam of light at a target.
The beampointer helped the guide aim the light at the cave wall.
3. A small handheld light used during talks or presentations.
She clicked the beampointer to highlight the next slide.
4. A tool that marks a spot with a focused ray.
The worker used a beampointer to mark where to drill.