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pronouns

4 definitions • 9 examples
1
a word that is used instead of a noun or a noun phrase:

Examples:

Pronouns are often used to refer to a noun that has already been mentioned.
"She", "it", and "who" are all examples of pronouns.
2
Someone's pronouns are the way they choose to be referred to according to their gender identity:

Examples:

Her pronouns are "she/her", but she is also happy with "they/them".
It might be helpful to share your pronouns when introducing yourself.
Some people include their pronouns in the signature line of their emails.
3
a word that is used instead of a noun or a noun phrase:

Examples:

Pronouns are often used to refer to a noun that has been previously mentioned.
"She," "it," "them," and "who" are all examples of pronouns.
4
a word that is used instead of a noun or a noun phrase:

Examples:

Pronouns are often used to refer to a noun that has been previously mentioned.
"She," "it," "them," and "who" are all examples of pronouns.

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