1. not being the intended object or goal of an action or attack

1. something that is not the intended object or goal of an action or attack

Examples

• The pesticide killed many nontarget insects along with the harmful pests.
• Researchers must be careful to avoid harming nontarget species during their study.
• The missile struck a nontarget building by mistake.
• Nontarget effects of the medication included drowsiness and nausea.
• The conservation program protects both target and nontarget wildlife.
• Several nontargets were damaged in the bombing raid.
• The drug showed promising results with minimal impact on nontargets.