Definitions

1. noun

A member of a military unit who is responsible for leading the way, often to spot and neutralize threats, or to clear a path for other units.

“The pointman was the first to enter the abandoned building, scanning for any signs of danger.”

2. noun

A person who is at the forefront of a particular field or movement, often leading and guiding others.

“The artist was considered the pointman of the avant-garde movement in the 1960s.”