hers
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/hɜrz/
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/hɜːz/
(her)
female reference
Etymology
Etymology Information
'hers' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'hiere,' where 'hiere' meant 'of her.'
Historical Evolution
'hiere' transformed into the Middle English word 'heres,' and eventually became the modern English word 'hers.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'of her,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'belonging to her.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Pronoun 1
used to refer to a thing or things belonging to or associated with a female person or animal previously mentioned.
The book is hers.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35