aim

(ām)

1. To direct (a weapon) toward an intended target.
2. To direct toward or intend for a particular goal or group: The publicity campaign was aimed at improving the eating habits of children.

1. To direct a weapon: a gunner aiming carefully.
2. To determine a course or direct an effort: aim for a better education.
3. To propose to do something; intend: The historical society is aiming to restore the town hall.

1. a. The act of aiming.
   b. Skill at hitting a target: The shooter's aim was perfect.
2. a. The line of fire of an aimed weapon.
   b. The degree of accuracy of a weapon.
3. A purpose or intention toward which one's efforts are directed.
4. Obsolete A target; a mark.
5. Obsolete A conjecture; a guess.