target (A2)

noun/verb

Pronunciation: ˈtɑːrɡɪt

Definition

An object or area that someone tries to hit or reach.

Examples

• The dart hit the bullseye on the target.

• We need to reach our sales target by Friday.

• The new policy will target low-income families for support.

How to Use target

target something at (phrasal verb)

To direct something toward a specific group or goal. — "They target their products at busy parents."

meet a target (collocation)

To successfully reach a goal or number. — "Did you meet your target for this month?"

Synonyms of target

Words with a similar meaning to target:

• goal
• aim
• objective
• mark

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