—v.
1 intr. (foll. by at + verbal noun, or to + infin.) intend or try (aim at winning; aim to win).
2 tr. (usu. foll. by at) direct or point (a weapon, remark, etc.).
3 intr. take aim.
4 intr. (foll. by at, for) seek to attain or achieve.
—n.
1 a purpose, a design, an object aimed at.
2 the directing of a weapon, missile, etc., at an object.
Phrases and idioms:
take aim direct a weapon etc. at an object.
Etymology: ME f. OF ult. f. L aestimare reckon
Useful english dictionary. 2012.