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object meaning and definition
Definition and meaning of object at MeaningMonkey.org. object meaning and definition in the English Dictionary.OBJECT noun
Definition of object (noun)
- a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
- "it was full of rackets, balls and other objects"
- synonyms: physical object
- the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable)
- (grammar) a constituent that is acted upon
- "the object of the verb"
- the focus of cognitions or feelings
- "objects of thought"; "the object of my affection"
- (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"
OBJECT verb
Definition of object (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"; "When asked to drive the truck, she objected that she did not have a driver's license"
- be averse to or express disapproval of
- "My wife objects to modern furniture"
Source: Princeton University Wordnet