Main entry: physical object, object
Definition: a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
Usage: it was full of rackets, balls and other objects
Main entry: object
Definition: the focus of cognitions or feelings
Usage: objects of thought; the object of my affection
Main entry: aim, object, objective, target
Definition: the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable)
Usage: the sole object of her trip was to see her children
Main entry: object
Definition: (computing) a discrete item that provides a description of virtually anything known to a computer
Usage: in object-oriented programming, objects include data and define its status, its methods of operation and how it interacts with other objects
Main entry: object
Definition: (grammar) a constituent that is acted upon
Usage: the object of the verb
Main entry: object
Definition: express or raise an objection or protest or criticism or express dissent
Usage: 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
Main entry: object
Definition: be averse to or express disapproval of
Usage: My wife objects to modern furniture