aiming
aiming is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, aiming is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofaiming
- To point or direct a missile, or a weapon which propels as missile, towards an object or spot with the intent of hitting it
Example: "He aimed at the target, but the arrow flew straight over it."
- To direct the intention or purpose; to attempt the accomplishment of a purpose; to try to gain; to endeavor;—followed by at, or by an infinitive
Example: "to aim at a pass"
- To direct or point (e.g. a weapon), at a particular object; to direct, as a missile, an act, or a proceeding, at, to, or against an object
Example: "She aimed a punch at her ex-boyfriend."
- To direct (something verbal) towards a certain person, thing, or group
Example: "to aim a satirical comment at Communists in general"
- To guess or conjecture.
- The act of one who aims.
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