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aim

nounverb /eɪm/ 1 syllables 3 letters Scrabble 5 WWF 6
Definitions
noun

the direction or path along which something moves or along which it lies

verb

direct (a remark) toward an intended goal

“She wanted to aim a pun”

noun

the action of directing something at an object

“he took aim and fired”

verb

specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public

verb

have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal

noun

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

“it was created with the conscious aim of answering immediate needs”

verb

move into a desired direction of discourse

noun

the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable)

verb

intend (something) to move towards a certain goal

“He aimed his fists towards his opponent's face”

verb

propose or intend

“I aim to arrive at noon”

verb

point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards

“Please don't aim at your little brother!”

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