her
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/hɜr/
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/hɜː/
female reference
Etymology
Etymology Information
'her' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'hire,' where 'hire' meant 'her.'
Historical Evolution
'hire' transformed into the Middle English word 'hir,' and eventually became the modern English word 'her.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'belonging to her,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
belonging to or associated with a female person or animal previously mentioned or easily identified.
This is her book.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35