Pointer and Caper

noun

• A mark to indicate a direction or relation.
  • synonyms: arrow
• An indicator as on a dial.
• 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.
  • synonyms: cursor
• A strong slender smooth-haired dog of Spanish origin having a white coat with brown or black patches; scents out and points to game.
  • synonyms: Spanish pointer

• (n.) The two stars (Merak and Dubhe) in the Great Bear, the line between which points nearly in the direction of the north star.
• (n.) One who or that which, points.
• (n.) The hand of a timepiece.
• (n.) Diagonal braces sometimes fixed across the hold.
• (n.) One of a breed of dogs trained to stop at scent of game, and with the nose point it out to sportsmen.

noun

• Any of numerous plants of the genus Capparis.
• Pickled flower buds used as a pungent relish in various dishes and sauces.
• A crime (especially a robbery. )
  • usage: "the gang pulled off a bank job in St. Louis"
  • synonyms: job
• A playful leap or hop.
  • synonyms: capriole
• Gay or light-hearted recreational activity for diversion or amusement.
  • usage: "it was all done in play"; "their frolic in the surf threatened to become ugly"
  • synonyms: play, frolic, romp, gambol
• A ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement.
  • synonyms: antic, joke, prank, trick, put-on

verb

• Jump about playfully. .

• (n.) A frolicsome leap or spring; a skip; a jump, as in mirth or dancing; a prank.
• (v.i.) To leap or jump about in a sprightly manner; to cut capers; to skip; to spring; to prance; to dance.
• (n.) A vessel formerly used by the Dutch, privateer.
• (n.) The pungent grayish green flower bud of the European and Oriental caper (Capparis spinosa), much used for pickles.
• (n.) A plant of the genus Capparis; -- called also caper bush, caper tree.