object

/ˈɒb.d͡ʒɛkt/ · noun

Meaning

A thing that has physical existence.
Objective; the goal, end or purpose of something.
(grammar) The noun phrase which is an internal complement of a verb phrase or a prepositional phrase. In a verb phrase with a transitive action verb, it is typically the receiver of the action.
A person or thing toward which an emotion is directed.
An instantiation of a class or structure.
An element within a category upon which functions operate. Thus, a category consists of a set of element objects and the functions that operate on them.
To disagree with or oppose something or someone; (especially in a Court of Law) to raise an objection.
To offer in opposition as a criminal charge or by way of accusation or reproach; to adduce as an objection or adverse reason.
To set before or against; to bring into opposition; to oppose.

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