Target (Noun)
Meaning 1
The location of the target that is to be hit.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
Sports equipment consisting of an object set up for a marksman or archer to aim at.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Synonyms
Meaning 3
The goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable); "the sole object of her trip was to see her children".
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Hyponyms
Related Words
Meaning 4
A reference point to shoot at; "his arrow hit the mark".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The archer focused on the target, steady and unmoving, before releasing the arrow.
- She carefully placed the target in the center of the range to begin her practice.
- Her skills had improved so much she could hit the target from 50 feet away.
- In the shooting competition, each participant had five chances to hit the target.
- The new rifle sights greatly improved his ability to consistently hit the target.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Meaning 5
A person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence; "he fell prey to muggers"; "everyone was fair game"; "the target of a manhunt".
Classification
Nouns denoting people.