pointer
Pronunciación: [ˈpɔɪntər]
Palabra
Contexto: «technology»
(noun) a tool that shows where something is on a screen or in a document. Like the arrow on a computer that helps you click on things.
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The pointer on my computer screen moved smoothly as I guided it with the mouse.
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Without a pointer, I couldn't highlight anything on the screen.
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What happens if the pointer disappears from the screen?
Contexto: «guidance»
(noun) someone or something that gives advice or direction. A pointer can help you understand what to do next, like a teacher or a sign.
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The teacher gave us a pointer about how to solve the math problem more easily.
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Without any pointer, I felt lost during the project.
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Can you give me a pointer on how to finish my homework?
Contexto: «games»
(noun) a part of certain games, like a scoring device or a hand that shows where to go. It can also mean a score that tells you how well you did.
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In the board game, the pointer moved forward each time someone landed on a square.
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The pointer didn't move at all during the last round because I didn't score any points.
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Which pointer shows the best score in the game?
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