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pronoun

/ˈprəʊ.naʊn/

[/ˈprəʊ.naʊn/]

a word used in place of a noun

Intermediatenoun

Definition

A pronoun is a word used instead of a noun, such as 'he', 'she', or 'it'. Pronouns help us avoid repeating names.

Example

Replace the name with a pronoun.

Replace the name with a pronoun.

Etymology

From Latin 'pronomen' meaning for a noun.

How & Where It’s Used

A basic part of speech taught in grammar.

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