There are various synonyms that can be used for the term "object explorer", such as "database navigator", "data explorer" or "schema explorer". All these terms refer to a software tool that helps developers and database administrators to navigate through the objects and structures of a particular database. The main function of an object explorer is to provide an easy-to-use interface for users to access, view and modify data in a database, allowing them to perform essential tasks like creating and deleting tables, inserting and retrieving data, and managing relationships between them. Other synonyms for "object explorer" include "database browser", "database manager" or "data editor".