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target verb

[transitive] verb
/ˈtɑrɡət/
1

to intend or to try to attack someone or something

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1.1

to aim a bomb or weapon at someone or something

Example

Nuclear missiles will no longer be targeted on these cities.

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Example

The billboards had been targeting travelers at airports.

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3

to criticize or to work against a particular person or group that you oppose

Example

The company had been targeted by environmentalists.

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Example

The money is targeted for families below the poverty line.

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