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object vs direct object

direct object vs object

object and direct object both are nouns.

object is a verb but direct object is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
object Yes No Yes No
direct object Yes No No No
As nouns, direct object is a hyponym of object; that is, direct object is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than object:
  • object: (grammar) a constituent that is acted upon
  • direct object: the object that receives the direct action of the verb
Other hyponyms of object include object of a preposition, prepositional object, object of the verb, indirect object, retained object.
object (noun) direct object (noun)
a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow the object that receives the direct action of the verb
the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable)
the focus of cognitions or feelings
(computing) a discrete item that provides a description of virtually anything known to a computer
(grammar) a constituent that is acted upon
object (verb) direct object (verb)
express or raise an objection or protest or criticism or express dissent
be averse to or express disapproval of
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