The awkward case of 'his or her'
He bought his own house.
His house is out in the country.
He sat quietly at his desk.
I would like to read some of his essays.
He was jailed for three years for his crime.
It's his turn to play.
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First Known Use: before 12th century
in the meaning defined above
See Words from the same yearbefore 12th century
: relating to or belonging to a certain man, boy, or male animal : made or done by a certain man, boy, or male animal
See words that rhyme with his Spanish Central: Translation of his Nglish: Translation of his for Spanish speakers Britannica English: Translation of his for Arabic speakers
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