to become the object or aim for being hit (as by an archer, shooter, etc.).

to become the target-person to be punished, insinuated.

the millet of the plant Paspalum scrobiculatum ( = P. fumentaceum) of Poaceae family.

to point (a weapon) or direct (a blow, remark, etc.) so as to hit; to aim at.

(fig.) to direct (one's efforts).