English dictionary
object
nounPronunciation
ˈɒb.d͡ʒɛkt
Audio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
noun
- the focus of cognitions or feelings
noun
- the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable)
noun
- (computing) a discrete item that provides a description of virtually anything known to a computer
noun
- (grammar) a constituent that is acted upon
verb
- express or raise an objection or protest or criticism or express dissent
verb
- be averse to or express disapproval of
Example sentences
it was full of rackets, balls and other objects
objects of thought
the object of my affection
the sole object of her trip was to see her children
in object-oriented programming, objects include data and define its status, its methods of operation and how it interacts with other objects
the object of the verb
She never objected to the amount of work her boss charged her with
When asked to drive the truck, she objected that she did not have a driver's license
My wife objects to modern furniture