pointer vs hand

hand vs pointer

pointer and hand both are nouns.

pointer is not a verb while hand is a verb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
pointer	Yes	No	No	No
hand	Yes	No	Yes	No

As nouns, hand is a hyponym of pointer; that is, hand is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than pointer:

pointer: an indicator as on a dial
hand: a rotating pointer on the face of a timepiece

Other hyponyms of pointer include electronic stylus, light pen, needle.

pointer (noun)	hand (noun)
a strong slender smooth-haired dog of Spanish origin having a white coat with brown or black patches; scents out and points to game	physical assistance
an indicator as on a dial	terminal part of the forelimb in certain vertebrates (e.g. apes or kangaroos)
(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 rotating pointer on the face of a timepiece
a mark to indicate a direction or relation	the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
	ability
	one of two sides of an issue
	something written by hand
	a round of applause to signify approval
	the cards held in a card game by a given player at any given time
	a position given by its location to the side of an object
	a hired laborer on a farm or ranch
	a card player in a game of bridge
	a member of the crew of a ship
	a unit of length equal to 4 inches; used in measuring horses

pointer (verb)	hand (verb)
	guide or conduct or usher somewhere
	place into the hands or custody of

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