AIMING

verb

1. To point or direct a missile, or a weapon which propels as missile, towards an object or spot with the intent of hitting it
2. To direct the intention or purpose; to attempt the accomplishment of a purpose; to try to gain; to endeavor;—followed by at, or by an infinitive
3. To direct or point (e.g. a weapon), at a particular object; to direct, as a missile, an act, or a proceeding, at, to, or against an object

noun

1. The act of one who aims.