pointer
nounUK /ˈpɔɪntə/
US /ˈpɔɪntər/
A pointer is a stick or arrow that shows you where to look.
The teacher used a pointer to show us the map.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A helpful piece of advice or information.
My brother gave me a few pointers on how to ride a bike.
3. A small arrow on a computer screen that you move with a mouse.
Move the pointer over the button and click.
4. A dog breed trained to show where birds are hiding.
The pointer ran ahead and stood still near the tall grass.