Dictionary definition · object
noun
- a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow"it was full of rackets, balls and other objects"
- the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable)"the sole object of her trip was to see her children"
- (grammar) a constituent that is acted upon"the object of the verb"
- the focus of cognitions or feelings"objects of thought"
- (computing) a discrete item that provides a description of virtually anything known to a computer"in object-oriented programming, objects include data and define its status, its methods of operation and how it interacts with other objects"
verb
- express or raise an objection or protest or criticism or express dissent"She never objected to the amount of work her boss charged her with"
- be averse to or express disapproval of"My wife objects to modern furniture"
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Source: Open English WordNet (CC BY 4.0).