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target - Dictionary definition and meaning for word
target
Definition
(noun) a reference point to shoot at
Synonyms
:
mark
Example Sentence
his arrow hit the mark
Definition
(noun) a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence
Synonyms
:
fair game
,
prey
,
quarry
Example Sentence
he fell prey to muggers
everyone was fair game
the target of a manhunt
Definition
(noun) the location of the target that is to be hit
Synonyms
:
target area
Definition
(noun) sports equipment consisting of an object set up for a marksman or archer to aim at
Synonyms
:
butt
Definition
(noun) the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable)
Synonyms
:
aim
,
object
,
objective
Example Sentence
the sole object of her trip was to see her children
Definition
(verb) intend (something) to move towards a certain goal
Synonyms
:
aim
,
direct
,
place
,
point
Example Sentence
He aimed his fists towards his opponent's face
criticism directed at her superior
direct your anger towards others, not towards yourself
Word used in video below:
text: to hit the final target
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