object vs purpose

object

noun
  • The noun phrase which is an internal complement of a verb phrase or a prepositional phrase. In a verb phrase with a transitive action verb, it is typically the receiver of the action. 

  • A person or thing toward which an emotion is directed. 

  • An instantiation of a class or structure. 

  • An instance of one of the two kinds of entities that form a category, the other kind being the arrows (also called morphisms). 

  • Objective; goal, end or purpose of something. 

  • A thing that has physical existence but is not alive. 

verb
  • To disagree with or oppose something or someone; (especially in a Court of Law) to raise an objection. 

purpose

noun
  • meaning for existing or doing something. 

  • Resolution; determination. 

  • Function, role. 

  • The end for which something is done, is made or exists. 

verb
  • To have or set as one's purpose or aim; resolve to accomplish; intend; plan. 

  • To have (an) intention, purpose, or design; to intend; to mean. 

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