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TARGET

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Target.

How to pronounce target:

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Target - as a noun

A reference point to shoot at

Example: "His arrow hit the mark"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mark10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
point of referencereference14reference point
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence

Example: "He fell prey to muggers"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fair gameprey9quarry18

The location of the target that is to be hit

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
target area
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
place9spot6topographic point
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Sports equipment consisting of an object set up for a marksman or archer to aim at

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
sports equipment
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable)

Example: "The sole object of her trip was to see her children"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
aim5object17objective23
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
end4goal5
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Target - as a verb

Intend (something) to move towards a certain goal

Example: "He aimed his fists towards his opponent's face"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
aim5direct9place9point7
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
aim5direct9take8take aimtrain5
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The archer aimed carefully at the target."
"The detective found clues that led him closer to the target."
"The store set a sales target of $10,000 for this month."
"The target audience for this product is young adults."
"The company identified a new target market for their services."
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Word Game Points

Is TARGET a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, target is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TARGET has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is TARGET a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, target is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TARGET has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.

Is TARGET a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, target is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TARGET has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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