Aiming

verb

/ˈeɪ.mɪŋ/

Word Frequency: 2.9

Definitions

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

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

2.verbTo 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

"to aim at a pass"

3.verbTo 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

"She aimed a punch at her ex-boyfriend."

4.verbTo direct (something verbal) towards a certain person, thing, or group

"to aim a satirical comment at Communists in general"

5.verbTo guess or conjecture.

6.nounThe act of one who aims.

Synonyms

take aim target place bearing train take get design heading propose drive point

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