his

¹his

adj \(h)iz, ˌhiz\

Definition of HIS

: of or relating to him or himself especially as possessor, agent, or object of an action <his house> <his writings> <his confirmation> — compare ¹he

Examples of HIS

1. He bought his own house.
2. His house is out in the country.
3. He sat quietly at his desk.
4. I would like to read some of his essays.
5. He was jailed for three years for his crime.
6. It's his turn to play.

Origin of HIS

Middle English, from Old English, genitive of hē he

First Known Use: before 12th century

Rhymes with HIS

biz, fizz, frizz, is, Ms., phiz, quiz, whiz, wiz