Pointer and Caution

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

• The trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger.
  • usage: "a man of caution"
  • synonyms: cautiousness, carefulness
• A warning against certain acts.
  • usage: "a caveat against unfair practices"
  • synonyms: caveat
• Judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger.
  • usage: "he exercised caution in opening the door"; "he handled the vase with care"
  • synonyms: precaution, care, forethought
• The trait of being circumspect and prudent.
  • synonyms: circumspection

verb

• Warn strongly; put on guard.
  • synonyms: admonish, monish

• (n.) Precept or warning against evil of any kind; exhortation to wariness; advice; injunction.
• (n.) Security; guaranty; bail.
• (v.t.) To give notice of danger to; to warn; to exhort [one] to take heed.
• (n.) A careful attention to the probable effects of an act, in order that failure or harm may be avoided; prudence in regard to danger; provident care; wariness.
• (n.) A pledge, bond or other security for the performance of an obligation either in or out of judicial proceedings; the promise or contract of one not for himself but another; security.