objection

The act of objecting.

• last-minute objection

A statement expressing opposition, or a reason or cause for expressing opposition (generally followed by the adposition to).

• I have no objection to any person's religion.

An official protest raised in a court of law during a legal trial over a violation of the rules of the court by the opposing party.

• Counsel for the property owner immediately raised an objection which was sustained following argument outside the presence of the jury.

An assertion that a question or statement is in violation of the rules of the court.US

• Objection! That is irrelevant to this case, Your Honor!