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

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

Charges were also filed against defendants accused of firing a laser pointer at a police helicopter, being in possession of a firearm when they were detained for a curfew violation and breaking into an Apple store downtown that was being overrun by “looters,” Hochman said.

From Los Angeles Times

It hands Trump the laser pointer while we play the cats.

From Salon

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

The U.S. attorney’s office is considering a federal filing under a statute that deems aiming a laser pointer at an aircraft a federal crime.

From Los Angeles Times