objective
[ uhb-jek-tiv ]
/ əbˈdʒɛk tɪv /
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noun
adjective
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British Dictionary definitions for objective
objective
/ (əbˈdʒɛktɪv) /
adjective
noun
Abbreviation: objCompare: subjective
Derived forms of objective
objectival (ˌɒbdʒɛkˈtaɪvəl), adjectiveobjectively, adverbobjectivity or rare objectiveness, nounCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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Medical definitions for objective
objective
[ əb-jĕk′tĭv ]
n.
The lens or lenses in the lower end of a microscope or other optical instrument that first receives light rays from the object being examined and forms its image.
adj.
Based on observable phenomena; presented factually.
Indicating a symptom or condition perceived as a sign of disease by someone other than the person affected.
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Scientific definitions for objective
objective
[ əb-jĕk′tĭv ]
The lens or mirror in a microscope or other optical instrument that first receives light rays from the object and forms the image.
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