target

Target is part of the Academic Word List. It is important for students in college and university.

Pronunciation

• IPA: /tɑ:gɪt/

• Audio (US)

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Noun

Singular target

Plural targets

1. A target is an area to shoot at. It is usually used for practice or to test the accuracy of a gun.
2. A target is a goal or objective.

   We didn't hit our sales targets this week.

Antonyms

• source

Verb

Plain form target

Third-person singular targets

Past tense targeted

Past participle targeted

Present participle targeting

1. To target is to aim at something, usually with a gun.