noun
- A tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow.
- usage: "it was full of rackets, balls and other objects"
- synonyms: physical object
- The goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable. )
- usage: "the sole object of her trip was to see her children"
- Grammar) a constituent that is acted upon. (
- usage: "the object of the verb"
- The focus of cognitions or feelings.
- usage: "objects of thought"; "the object of my affection"
- Computing) a discrete item that provides a description of virtually anything known to a computer. (
- usage: "in object-oriented programming, objects include data and define its status, its methods of operation and how it interacts with other objects"
verb
- Express or raise an objection or protest or criticism or express dissent.
- usage: "She never objected to the amount of work her boss charged her with"; "When asked to drive the truck, she objected that she did not have a driver's license"
- Be averse to or express disapproval of.
- usage: "My wife objects to modern furniture"
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