pointer

Pointer has 2 syllables: point · er.

noun. A strong slender smooth-haired dog of Spanish origin having a white coat with brown or black patches; scents out and points to game.

noun. (computer science) indicator consisting of a movable spot of light (an icon) on a visual display; moving it allows the user to point to commands or screen positions.

noun. A mark to indicate a direction or relation.

noun. An indicator as on a dial.