n.
1.a tangible and visible entity
2.the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable)
3.(grammar) a constituent that is acted upon
4.the focus of cognitions or feelings object v.
1.express or raise an objection or protest or criticism or express dissent
2.be averse to or express disapproval of
Idiom of the Day
force (something) down (someone's) throat
to force someone to do or agree to something that he or she does not want
I wish that my friend would not force her ideas down my throat.