Objecthood

Objecthood refers to the quality or concept of something being recognized as a distinct, independent entity with its own identity. It emphasizes perceiving an object not just as part of a larger whole but as a separate thing with specific boundaries and characteristics. In everyday terms, objecthood helps us see and understand separate things—like a cup, a tree, or a person—as individual entities rather than just parts of a bigger environment. This distinction allows us to identify, interact with, and think about objects in a structured, coherent way.