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Synonyms for cursor

Most common

pointer iterator pattern caret

All synonyms

Noun

Definitions

  1. n. 1

    A part of any of several scientific or measuring instruments that moves back and forth to indicate a position.

Related words

Word family
current cursive cursory
Phrases
cursor key

Forms

Plural
cursors → pointers, carets…

Example sentences

  • pointer Tom was using a laser pointer to play with his cat.

Popularity over time

Word1850 → 2019Trend
cursorrising
pointerrising
caretsteady

Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.

By length

5 letters
caret
7 letters
pointer2

The small number after each word is its number of syllables (pointer2 = 2 syllables).