Definition of "objection" in English

noun

1. The act of objecting.

   • last-minute objection

2. A statement expressing opposition, or a reason or cause for expressing opposition (generally followed by the adposition to).

   • I have no objection to any person's religion.

3. (law) An official protest raised in a court of law during a legal trial over a violation of the rules of the court by the opposing party.

interjection

1. (chiefly US, law) An assertion that a question or statement is in violation of the rules of the court.

   • Objection! That is irrelevant to this case, Your Honor!