Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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clout | Yes | No | Yes | No |
target | Yes | No | Yes | No |
clout (noun) | target (noun) |
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(boxing) a blow with the fist | sports equipment consisting of an object set up for a marksman or archer to aim at |
a short nail with a flat head; used to attach sheet metal to wood | the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable) |
special advantage or influence | a reference point to shoot at |
a target used in archery | the location of the target that is to be hit |
a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence |
clout (verb) | target (verb) |
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strike hard, especially with the fist | intend (something) to move towards a certain goal |