Meaning of the word his in English

What does his mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

his

US /hɪz/
UK /hɪz/
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Determiner

belonging to or associated with a male person or animal previously mentioned or easily identified

Example:
He put his hand in his pocket.
The dog wagged his tail.

Pronoun

belonging to him

Example:
That book is his.
I think this car is his.