pointers

noun

(astronomy) The stars Alpha Centauri and Beta Centauri, which point to the Southern Cross.

(astronomy) The stars Alpha Ursae Majoris (Dubhe) and Beta Ursae Majoris (Merak), which point to Polaris.

Roots

pungerepoint- · Latin · to prick

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