Definition of target

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Definition of target

  • the location of the target that is to be hit (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. target area
  • the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable) (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. aim
    2. object
    3. objective
  • a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence (noun)

    Examples

    1. the target of a manhunt

    Synonyms

    1. fair game
    2. prey
    3. quarry
  • a reference point to shoot at (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. mark
  • intend (something) to move towards a certain goal (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. aim
    2. direct
    3. place
    4. point
  • sports equipment consisting of an object set up for a marksman or archer to aim at (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. butt

See definition of target in Merriam Webster