Objet (en. Object)

/ɔbʒɛ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Tangible or intangible thing that can be perceived or thought.
This object belongs to my collection.
Cet objet appartient à ma collection.
Purpose or goal of an action.
The purpose of his trip is to discover new cultures.
L'objet de son voyage est de découvrir de nouvelles cultures.
Field, subject of study or interest.
The focus of his research is marine biodiversity.
L'objet de sa recherche est la biodiversité marine.

Etymology

From the Latin 'objectum', meaning 'what is thrown in front'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

topic of conversation
subject under discussion
objet de conversation
subject of study
subject or theme examined in an academic field
objet d'étude
object of care
the one who is the focus of attention or care
objet de sollicitude

Related Words

objective
What guides an action towards a goal
objectif
objection
Argument against a proposal or opinion
objection
connected object
Electronic device connected to the Internet
objet connecté

Slang Meanings

A thing
That thing is really cool.
Ce truc-là, c'est vraiment cool.
A gadget
Pass me that gadget on the table.
Passes-moi ce machin sur la table.