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object

Opposed; presented in opposition; also, exposed.(adjective)

source: webster1913

a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow(noun.tops)

Example:
It was full of rackets, balls and other objects.

Synonym:
physical object

source: wordnet30
the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable)(noun.cognition)

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

Synonym:
aim, objective, target

source: wordnet30
(grammar) a constituent that is acted upon(noun.communication)

Example:
The object of the verb.

source: wordnet30
the focus of cognitions or feelings(noun.cognition)

Example:
Objects of thought.
The object of my affection.

source: wordnet30
(computing) a discrete item that provides a description of virtually anything known to a computer(noun.cognition)

Example:
In object-oriented programming, objects include data and define its status, its methods of operation and how it interacts with other objects.

source: wordnet30
That which is put, or which may be regarded as put, in the way of some of the senses; something visible or tangible; as, he observed an object in the distance; all the objects in sight; he touched a strange object in the dark.(noun)

source: webster1913

express or raise an objection or protest or criticism or express dissent(verb.communication)

Example:
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.

source: wordnet30
be averse to or express disapproval of(verb.stative)

Example:
My wife objects to modern furniture.

source: wordnet30
To set before or against; to bring into opposition; to oppose.(verb)

source: webster1913
To make opposition in words or argument; -- usually followed by to.(verb)

source: webster1913