what does object mean?
OBJECT as NOUN
- Meaning
- a tangible and visible entity
- an entity that can cast a shadow
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Usage Example(s)
- it was full of rackets, balls and other objects
Hypernyms(s) object is a kind of… Example: animal is a hypernym of mammal, plant is a hypernym of flower
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- Meaning
- the focus of cognitions or feelings
Usage Example(s)
- objects of thought
- the object of my affection
Hypernyms(s) object is a kind of… Example: animal is a hypernym of mammal, plant is a hypernym of flower
Hyponym(s)
- Meaning
- the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable)
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Usage Example(s)
- the sole object of her trip was to see her children
Hypernyms(s) object is a kind of… Example: animal is a hypernym of mammal, plant is a hypernym of flower
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- Meaning
- (grammar) a constituent that is acted upon
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Hypernyms(s) object is a kind of… Example: animal is a hypernym of mammal, plant is a hypernym of flower
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OBJECT as VERB
- Meaning
- express or raise an objection or protest or criticism or express dissent
Usage Example(s)
- 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
Hypernyms(s) object is a kind of… Example: animal is a hypernym of mammal, plant is a hypernym of flower
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- Meaning
- be averse to or express disapproval of
Usage Example(s)
- My wife objects to modern furniture
Hypernyms(s) object is a kind of… Example: animal is a hypernym of mammal, plant is a hypernym of flower
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