Definition of "take aim" in inglés

Verb

1. To position oneself and/or one's weapon so as to be aimed specifically at a chosen mark or target (which is indicated after 'at')

   • He took aim at the prize bird meticulously and shot the cock from the distant flock with a single shot.

2. To direct criticism (towards).

   • He needed someone to blame for the bus accident, so took aim at the mechanics who failed to carry out the checks.