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Definition him in American English

him pronoun

pronoun
strong /hɪm/ weak /ɪm/

Him can be used in the following ways:

as a pronoun, being the object form of he: I don’t trust him.My sister plays tennis with him.

in a one-word answer or after the verb “to be”: “Who said that?” “Him.”I knew it was him as soon as I heard his voice.

1

used for referring to a man, boy, or male animal when they have already been mentioned or when it is obvious which one you are referring to

Example

Luke wants me to marry him.

Example

Isabel admired her father - she wanted to be just like him.

Example

I'm expecting a call from Jake. That must be him now.

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2

used in a general way for referring to any person

Example

Each patient should receive the treatment that the doctor thinks is best for him.

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Definition him in American English