1. the action of directing attention to something with a finger or object
2. mortar or cement used to fill the joints between bricks or stones
Usage: construction

1. present participle of point; directing attention to something by extending a finger or object toward it
2. present participle of point; aiming or directing something in a particular direction

Examples

• She was pointing at the bird in the tree.
• The compass needle is pointing north.
• His constant pointing during the presentation was distracting.
• The teacher discouraged pointing at other students.
• The gun was pointing directly at the target.
• The old wall needs new pointing between the bricks.
• The mason finished the pointing work yesterday.