Him Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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him

[hɪm ]

Definition

Context #1 | Pronoun

personal

used as the object of a verb or preposition to refer to a male person or animal previously mentioned or easily identified.

Synonyms

he, that man, that person.

Examples of usage

  • He saw him yesterday.
  • I gave the book to him.

Translations

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Origin of 'him'

The word 'him' originated from Old English 'him' which meant 'that one'. It has been used in the English language for centuries as a pronoun to refer to a male person or animal. Over time, its usage and meaning have remained consistent, making it a commonly used word in everyday language.


See also: himself.