light pen

/laɪt pɛn/
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Definitions of light pen
  1. noun
    (computer science) a pointer that when pointed at a computer display senses whether or not the spot is illuminated
    synonyms: electronic stylus
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    type of:
    pointer
    an indicator as on a dial
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