a reference point to shoot at; his arrow hit the mark

[ Syn: mark ]

a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence; he fell prey to muggers; everyone was fair game; the target of a manhunt

[ Syn: prey , quarry , fair game ]

the location of the target that is to be hit

[ Syn: target area ]

sports equipment consisting of an object set up for a marksman or archer to aim at

[ Syn: butt ]

the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable); the sole object of her trip was to see her children

[ Syn: aim , object , objective ]

intend (something) to move towards a certain goal; He aimed his fists towards his opponents face; criticism directed at her superior; direct your anger towards others, not towards yourself

[ Syn: aim , place , direct , point ]