词组 | aim |
释义 | aim [aimed, aimed, aiming] aim at 1. aim at sth to try to achieve something: ▪ We're aiming at a growth rate of 25%. aim at doing sth ▪ They're currently aiming at having a computer in every classroom by the end of next year. be aimed at doing sth ▪ talks aimed at ending the conflict in Northern Ireland ▪ The government plans to introduce new taxes aimed at persuading drivers to switch to public transport. ■ SIMILAR TO: ↑shoot for AmE 2. be aimed at sb if something is aimed at a particular type of person or group, it is intended for them to buy, watch, use etc: ▪ a new TV sex education series aimed at teenagers ▪ The course is aimed at people with a professional interest in gardening. ▪ The Jaguar XK8 is aimed at the luxury end of the market. ■ SIMILAR TO: direct at 3. be aimed at sb if a remark is aimed at someone, it is intended to be about them or for them, often in a way which criticizes them: ▪ I hope that last remark wasn't aimed at me. ■ SIMILAR TO: direct at |
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