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pointer

Learn how to correctly hyphenate "pointer" with detailed syllable breakdown and pronunciation guide.

2 syllables
7 characters
English (US)
2syllables

pointer

Hyphenation via the Knuth-Liang algorithm — result not verified against authoritative sources.

pointer is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, pointer is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofpointer

1noun
  • Anything that points or is used for pointing.
  • A teacher's pointer, pointing stick, a rod with an arrow.

    Synonyms: fescue

  • A needle-like component of a timepiece or measuring device that indicates the time or the current reading of the device.

    Synonyms: hand, needle

  • A breed of hunting dog, trained to point out game.
  • A variable that holds the address of a memory location where a value can be stored.

    Synonyms: reference

  • An icon that indicates the position of the pointing device, such as a mouse.

    Synonyms: cursor

  • (chiefly in the plural) A tip, a bit of advice.

    Synonyms: advice

    Example: "The instructor gave me some pointers on writing a good paper."

  • (in combinations) Something worth a given number of points.

    Example: "a ten-pointer"

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