Word Finder - aim

definition

The pointing of a weapon, as a gun, a dart, or an arrow, or object, in the line of direction with the object intended to be struck; the line of fire; the direction of anything, such as a spear, a blow, a discourse, a remark, towards a particular point or object, with a view to strike or affect it.

example

Take time with the aim of your gun.

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The point intended to be hit, or object intended to be attained or affected.

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Intention or goal

example

My number one aim in life is to make money to make my parents, siblings and kids happy.

synonyms

• design
• purpose
• scheme

definition

The ability of someone to aim straight; one's faculty for being able to hit a physical target

example

The police officer has excellent aim, always hitting the bullseye in shooting practice.

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Conjecture; guess.

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To point or direct a missile, or a weapon which propels as missile, towards an object or spot with the intent of hitting it

example

He aimed at the target, but the arrow flew straight over it.

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To direct the intention or purpose; to attempt the accomplishment of a purpose; to try to gain; to endeavor;—followed by at, or by an infinitive

example

to aim at a pass

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To direct or point (e.g. a weapon), at a particular object; to direct, as a missile, an act, or a proceeding, at, to, or against an object

example

She aimed a punch at her ex-boyfriend.

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To direct (something verbal) towards a certain person, thing, or group

example

to aim a satirical comment at Communists in general

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To guess or conjecture.