target

a reference point to shoot at; "his arrow hit the mark"

a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence; "he fell prey to muggers"; "everyone was fair game"; "the target of a manhunt"

the location of the target that is to be hit

sports equipment consisting of an object set up for a marksman or archer to aim at

the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable); "the sole object of her trip was to see her children"

intend (something) to move towards a certain goal; "He aimed his fists towards his opponent's face"; "criticism directed at her superior"; "direct your anger towards others, not towards yourself"