its

/ɪts/

Definitions

1. pronoun

a possessive pronoun used to indicate that something belongs to it

“The cat chases its tail.”

2. noun

a reflexive pronoun used as the object of a verb, especially in a sentence that means the same thing as if it were the subject of the verb

“She cut her hair, but then she cut its length, too.”

3. adverb

used to indicate that an action is happening at the same time as another action or condition

“The dog is sleeping, but its eyes are open.”

4. interjection

used to express a feeling or emotion, especially shock or surprise

“Oh, its beauty is breathtaking!”

Synonyms

  • it
  • itsself

Antonyms

  • hers
  • theirs