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Object

/ˈɒb.d͡ʒɛkt/

A thing that has physical existence.

📖 Definitions of "Object"

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."

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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