aim
/eɪm/noun
Definitions
The pointing of a weapon, as a gun, a dart, or an arrow, or object, in the line of direction with the object intended to be struck; the line of fire; the direction of anything, such as a spear, a blow, a discourse, a remark, towards a particular point or object, with a view to strike or affect it.
Example: Take time with the aim of your gun.
The point intended to be hit, or object intended to be attained or affected.
Intention or goal
Example: My number one aim in life is to make money to make my parents, siblings and kids happy.
Synonyms:designpurposeschemeThe ability of someone to aim straight; one's faculty for being able to hit a physical target
Example: The police officer has excellent aim, always hitting the bullseye in shooting practice.
verb
Definitions
To point or direct a missile, or a weapon which propels as missile, towards an object or spot with the intent of hitting it
Example: He aimed at the target, but the arrow flew straight over it.
To 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
Example: to aim at a pass
To 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
Example: She aimed a punch at her ex-boyfriend.
To direct (something verbal) towards a certain person, thing, or group
Example: to aim a satirical comment at Communists in general