n. Function: verb
1
Synonyms: DIRECT 2, address, cast, head, lay, level, point, train, turn, zero (in)
Related Words: concentrate, fix, focus
Idioms: draw a bead on, take aim
2 to have as a controlling desire something that transcends one's present capacity for attainment FF1C; from a boy he had aimed at high office FF1E;
Synonyms: aspire, pant
Related Words: attempt, endeavor, essay, strive, try; design, intend, propose, purpose; covet, crave, yearn (for)
Idioms: have an eye to, reach for the stars, set one's eyes upon
3
Synonyms: INTEND 2, contemplate, design, mean, ||mind, plan, propose, purpose
Related Words: choose, desire, want, wish; expect
Idioms: have ( or keep) in view, promise oneself (to)
4
Synonyms: SLANT 2, angle