pointingtendency
nounUK /ˈpɔɪntɪŋ ˈtɛndənsi/
US /ˈpɔɪntɪŋ ˈtɛndənsi/
A pointing tendency is when someone often points at things with their finger.
The teacher noticed the child's pointing tendency whenever he saw an airplane.
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2. A pattern in which something tends to aim or face a certain direction.
The compass showed a pointing tendency toward the north.
3. A recurring inclination to draw attention to something, often by gesture.
Her pointing tendency during meetings helped everyone notice the key details.
4. In behavior studies, the frequent use of pointing as a way to communicate.
Researchers recorded the toddler's pointing tendency as she learned to share what she wanted.