Pointer and Target

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

• A reference point to shoot at.
  • usage: "his arrow hit the mark"
  • synonyms: mark
• A person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence.
  • usage: "he fell prey to muggers"; "everyone was fair game"; "the target of a manhunt"
  • synonyms: prey, quarry, fair game
• The location of the target that is to be hit.
  • synonyms: target area
• Sports equipment consisting of an object set up for a marksman or archer to aim at.
  • synonyms: butt
• The goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable. )
  • usage: "the sole object of her trip was to see her children"
  • synonyms: aim, object, objective

verb

• Intend (something) to move towards a certain goal.
  • usage: "He aimed his fists towards his opponent's face"; "criticism directed at her superior"; "direct your anger towards others, not towards yourself"
  • synonyms: aim, place, direct, point

• (n.) A tassel or pendent; also, a shred; tatter.
• (n.) A thin cut; a slice; specifically, of lamb, a piece consisting of the neck and breast joints.
• (n.) The pattern or arrangement of a series of hits made by a marksman on a butt or mark; as, he made a good target.
• (n.) A conspicuous disk attached to a switch lever to show its position or for use as a signal.
• (n.) The sliding crosspiece or vane, on a leveling staff.
• (n.) A kind of small shield or buckler, used as a defensive weapon in war.
• (n.) A butt or mark to shoot at, as for practice or to test the accuracy of a firearm or the force of a projectile.

(DoD) In gunfire support usage, an impact burst that hits the target. See also objective area.
(DoD) An area designated and numbered for future firing.
(DoD) In intelligence usage, a country, area, installation, agency, or person against which intelligence operations are directed.
(DoD) An entity or object considered for possible engagement or other action.