object

object
1. noun /ˈɒb.dʒɛkt,ˈɑb.dʒɛkt,əbˈdʒɛkt/
a) A thing that has physical existence.

The object of tlachtli was to keep the rubber ball from touching the ground while trying to push it to the opponents endline.

b) The goal, end or purpose of something.

Mary Jane had been the object of Peters affection for years.

See Also: objet d’art
2. verb /ˈɒb.dʒɛkt,ˈɑb.dʒɛkt,əbˈdʒɛkt/
To disagree with something or someone; especially in a Court of Law, to raise an objection.

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