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light pen vs pointer

pointer vs light pen

light pen and pointer both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
light pen Yes No No No
pointer Yes No No No
As nouns, pointer is a hypernym of light pen; that is, pointer is a word with a broader meaning than light pen:
  • light pen: (computer science) a pointer that when pointed at a computer display senses whether or not the spot is illuminated
  • pointer: an indicator as on a dial
light pen (noun) pointer (noun)
(computer science) a pointer that when pointed at a computer display senses whether or not the spot is illuminated a strong slender smooth-haired dog of Spanish origin having a white coat with brown or black patches; scents out and points to game
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 mark to indicate a direction or relation
Difference between light pen and pointer

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