Target — synonyms, definition

1. target (Noun)

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target (Noun) — A reference point to shoot at. ex. "his arrow hit the target"

target (Noun) — A person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence. ex. "the target of a manhunt"

target (Noun) — The location of the target that is to be hit.

target (Noun) — Sports equipment consisting of an object set up for a marksman or archer to aim at.

target (Noun) — The goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable). ex. "the sole target of her trip was to see her children"

end goal place point of reference reference reference point sports equipment spot topographic point victim business clay pigeon clout drogue grail ground zero point thing bull bull's eye

2. target (Verb)

direct place

target (Verb) — Intend (something) to move towards a certain goal. ex. "He targeted his fists towards his opponent's face"

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