n.

1. 指示物；指针；教鞭[C]
2. （能指出猎物位置的）猎犬[C]
3. 【口】暗示，线索，点子[C][（+to）]
   I'd be grateful if you could give me a few pointers.

   如果你能给我作一些指点，我将十分感激。

4. 【天】（大写）（大熊星座中的）两颗指极星[the P]

n.

1. a long, thin piece of metal on a scale or dial which moves to give a reading.
   ▸a rod used for pointing to features on a map or chart.
   ▸Computing  a cursor.
   ▸Computing  a variable whose value is the address of another variable; a link.
2. a hint as to what might happen in the future.
   ▸a small piece of advice; a tip.
3. a dog of a breed that on scenting game stands rigid looking towards it.