Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
direct-object
Noun
/dɪˈrɛkt ˈɒbdʒɛkt/
Definition
A direct object is a noun or pronoun that receives the action of a verb in a sentence.
Examples
- She kicked the ball.
- He read the book.
Meaning
It answers the questions ‘whom?’ or ‘what?’ after an action verb, indicating what is directly affected by the action.
Synonyms
- recipient
- target
