Finger used for pointing Crossword Clue

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Finger used for pointing Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. a mathematical notation indicating the number of times a quantity is multiplied by itself
2. the finger next to the thumb
(verb)
1. adjust through indexation
2. list in an index

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

FINGER (noun)
1. the length of breadth of a finger used as a linear measure
2. any of the terminal members of the hand (sometimes excepting the thumb)
FINGER (verb)
1. examine by touch
2. feel or handle with the fingers
USED (adjective)
1. (of persons) taken advantage of
2. previously used or owned by another

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