Pointer
Pointer noun - A piece of advice or useful information especially from an expert.
Usage example: the instructor gave me a few pointers but otherwise let me do the cooking by myself
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Synonyms for Pointer
Tip-off is a synonym for pointer in speech topic. In some cases you can use "Tip-off" instead a noun "Pointer", when it comes to topics like matter, knowledge, hint. popular alternative
Tip-off
Tip-off noun - Something that tells of approaching danger or risk.
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