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Pointer and Proposition

noun

  • A mark to indicate a direction or relation.
  • 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.
  • A strong slender smooth-haired dog of Spanish origin having a white coat with brown or black patches; scents out and points to game.
  • (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

  • Logic) a statement that affirms or denies something and is either true or false. (
  • A proposal offered for acceptance or rejection.
    • usage: "it was a suggestion we couldn't refuse"
  • An offer for a private bargain (especially a request for sexual favors. )
  • The act of making a proposal.
    • usage: "they listened to her proposal"
  • A task to be dealt with.
    • usage: "securing adequate funding is a time-consuming proposition"

verb

  • Suggest sex to.
    • usage: "She was propositioned by a stranger at the party"