object

/ˈɒb.d͡ʒɛkt//ˈɑb.d͡ʒɛkt/

noun

  1. 1

    A thing that has physical existence.

  2. 2

    Objective; the goal, end or purpose of something.

  3. 3

    (grammar) The noun phrase which is an internal complement of a verb phrase or a prepositional phrase. In a verb phrase with a transitive action verb, it is typically the receiver of the action.

  4. 4

    A person or thing toward which an emotion is directed.

    Mary Jane had been the object of Peter's affection for years.
  5. 5

    An instantiation of a class or structure.

  6. 6

    An element within a category upon which functions operate. Thus, a category consists of a set of element objects and the functions that operate on them.

  7. 7

    Sight; show; appearance; aspect.

verb

  1. 1

    To disagree with or oppose something or someone; (especially in a Court of Law) to raise an objection.

    I object to the proposal to build a new airport terminal.
  2. 2

    To offer in opposition as a criminal charge or by way of accusation or reproach; to adduce as an objection or adverse reason.

  3. 3

    To set before or against; to bring into opposition; to oppose.

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