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aiming
We have found lemma(root) word of aiming : aim.
Definitions
[eɪm], (Verb)
Definitions:
- point or direct (a weapon or camera) at a target
(e.g: aim the camcorder at some suitable object)
- have the intention of achieving
(e.g: the programme will aim at deepening understanding)
Phrases:
- aim high
- take aim
Origin
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Middle English: from Old French amer, variant of esmer (from Latin aestimare ‘assess, estimate’), reinforced by aemer, aesmer (from late Latin adaestimare, intensified form of aestimare)
[eɪm], (Noun)
Definitions:
- a purpose or intention; a desired outcome
(e.g: our primary aim is to achieve financial discipline)
- the directing of a weapon or missile at a target
(e.g: his aim was perfect)
Phrases:
- aim high
- take aim
Origin
:
Middle English: from Old French amer, variant of esmer (from Latin aestimare ‘assess, estimate’), reinforced by aemer, aesmer (from late Latin adaestimare, intensified form of aestimare)
[eɪm], (Abbreviation)
Definitions:
- Alternative Investment Market (a subsidiary market of the London Stock Exchange that allows small companies to be traded without the expense of a full market listing)
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