object

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Estimated CEFR level: A1 — Beginner

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Definition

  1. noun a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
  2. noun the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable)
  3. noun (grammar) a constituent that is acted upon

Etymology

From Old French object, from Medieval Latin obiectum (“object”, literally “thrown against”), from obiectus, perfect passive participle of obiciō (“to throw against”), from ob- (“against”) + iaciō (“to throw”), as a calque of Ancient Greek ἀντικείμενον (antikeímenon). Doublet of objectum and objet.

In classic literature

Synonyms

physical object

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