his
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/hɪz/
belonging to him
Etymology
Etymology Information
'his' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'his,' which was the genitive form of 'he.'
Historical Evolution
'his' changed from the Old English word 'his' and has remained largely unchanged in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'belonging to him,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Pronoun 1
used to refer to a male person or animal previously mentioned or easily identified.
John forgot his keys at home.
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Determiner 1
belonging to or associated with a male person or animal previously mentioned or easily identified.
This is his book.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35