[point.er] n (1574) 1 a pl, cap: the two stars in the Big Dipper a line through which points to the North Star b: one that points out; esp: a rod used to direct attention c: a computer memory address that contains another address (as of desired data)
2: a large strong slender smooth-haired gundog that hunts by scent and indicates the presence of game by pointing
3: one that furnishes with points
4: a useful suggestion or hint: tip