pointerarray
nounUK /ˈpɔɪntərəˌreɪ/
US /ˈpɔɪntərəˌreɪ/
A pointer array is a list of arrows that each point to something else.
The program used a pointer array to keep track of all the names.
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2. In computing, an array whose elements are memory addresses pointing to other data.
The pointer array let the code jump to any function quickly.
3. A collection of directional markers arranged in a row.
The museum map showed a pointer array guiding visitors to each room.
4. A set of indicators used to show where things are located.
The dashboard had a pointer array showing the status of every machine.