laser pointer

American  

noun

1. a portable laser that emits monochromatic light over a long and narrow distance, used especially as a pointing device.

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Etymology

Origin of laser pointer

First recorded in 1975–80

Example Sentences

“That was supposed to be my summer job. Taking care of Paloma, remember? His fluffy white cat? I was going to feed her twice a day, clean the litter boxes, play with the laser pointer, whatever.”

From Literature

Unlike a typical laser pointer that emits light, this device produces controlled vibrations.

From Science Daily

As she scrabbled for a laser pointer in her large handbag, her coloratura was comically on point, though she was inaudible in her middle range during the cabaletta.

From The Wall Street Journal

Authorities found a black cylindrical laser pointer in the front yard of the property, and identified it as the device aimed at officers.

From Los Angeles Times

"It's a bit like shining one laser pointer beam through another; they just go through each other."

From Science Daily