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TARGETING

(noun, verb, adj.)
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There are 7 meanings of the word Targeting.

Targeting - as a noun

A reference point to shoot at

Example: "His arrow hit the mark"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mark
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
point of referencereferencereference point
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence

Example: "He fell prey to muggers"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fair gamepreyquarry

The location of the target that is to be hit

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
target area
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
placespottopographic point
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Sports equipment consisting of an object set up for a marksman or archer to aim at

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
sports equipment
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable)

Example: "The sole object of her trip was to see her children"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
aimobjectobjective
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
endgoal
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Targeting - as a verb

Intend (something) to move towards a certain goal

Example: "He aimed his fists towards his opponent's face"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
aimdirectplacepoint
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
aimdirecttaketake aimtrain
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Targeting - as an adjective

Involved in the transportation or correct positioning of a protein inside or outside a specific region of the cell.

Example Sentences

"The targeting of civilians is considered a war crime."
"The ad campaign was focused on targeting teenagers."
"The targeting of specific demographics helped the company increase sales."
"Political targeting aims to reach potential voters."
"The military's targeting capabilities have improved with advanced technology."
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Word Game Points

Is TARGETING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, targeting is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TARGETING has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is TARGETING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, targeting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TARGETING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is TARGETING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, targeting is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TARGETING has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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