(programming) Any programming language that encapsulates the state and operations inside objects that support inheritance.

plural of object-oriented language

The world of external objects as distinct from a person perceiving them, especially considered as differing from person to person.

plural of object world

(astronomy) A star that contains a core made from another star. It is formed when a neutron star collides with a star, typically a red giant or supergiant, and the neutron star is swallowed by the red giant star.

Synonym of cognate accusative

plural of object complement

A device in microscopes for locating an object in the field before examination at higher magnification.

plural of object finder

A vital principle attributed by the primitive mind to inanimate objects.