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aim

"Aim" is a very useful everyday word with a few closely related meanings. It works as both a noun and a verb, and you will encounter it constantly in spoken and written English. Here are the most important senses.

1verbpoint at a target

When you direct a weapon, camera, or object toward a specific target, you are aiming it. Think of it as lining something up so it points exactly where you want it to go.

everyday language · Modern, widely used

The archer aimed his arrow carefully at the center of the target.

She aimed the camera at the sunset and took a beautiful photo.

He aimed the remote control at the TV but it still didn't work.

2verbhave a goal or intention

When you aim to do something, you are planning or trying to achieve it. It shows that you have a purpose in mind. You can think of it like pointing your efforts in a direction, just like pointing a weapon.

everyday language · Modern, widely used

I aim to finish my homework before dinner.

The company aims to reduce its carbon emissions by 50% over the next decade.

She aims to become a doctor one day.

3nouna goal or purpose

An aim is something you are working toward — a goal or objective. When someone asks 'what is your aim?', they want to know what you are trying to achieve.

everyday language, business, education · Modern, widely used

My main aim this year is to improve my English.

The aim of the project is to help local communities.

He went to the gym with the aim of losing weight.

4nounthe act of pointing at a target

Aim can also refer to how accurately you point something — like a gun or a ball — at a target. If someone has 'good aim', it means they are very accurate when they throw or shoot.

sports, military, everyday language · Modern, widely used

His aim was perfect — the ball went straight into the basket.

She took careful aim before throwing the dart.

The soldier's aim was off, and he missed the target completely.

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