itself

it·self

pronoun \it-ˈself, ət-, Southern also -ˈsef\

Definition of ITSELF

1

: that identical one — compare it 1 —used reflexively <watched the cat giving itself a bath>, for emphasis <the letter itself was missing>, or in absolute constructions <itself a splendid specimen of classic art, it has been exhibited throughout the world>

2

: its normal, healthy, or sane condition

— in itself

: in its own nature : intrinsically <was not in itself bad>

First Known Use of ITSELF

before 12th century

Rhymes with ITSELF

bookshelf, herself, himself, myself, nonself, oneself, ourself, top-shelf, thyself, yourself