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Definition object in American English

object verb

[intransitive] verb
/əbˈdʒekt/

▪ bitterly, formally, strenuously, strongly, vehemently, vigorously

1

to be opposed to something, or to express your opposition to it in words

Example

I'll take care of it, unless anyone objects.

Example

Some people object that the new road will create more traffic.

Example

I object to paying that much for gas.

Definition object in American English