Dictionary Check: target

"target" is a valid word!

Scrabble 7 points
Words with Friends 8 points

Definition

noun

a reference point to shoot at

Example: "his arrow hit the mark"
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noun

a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence

Example: "he fell prey to muggers"
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noun

the location of the target that is to be hit

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noun

sports equipment consisting of an object set up for a marksman or archer to aim at

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noun

the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable)

Example: "the sole object of her trip was to see her children"
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verb

intend (something) to move towards a certain goal

Example: "He aimed his fists towards his opponent's face"
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