Meaning of the word themself in English
What does themself mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
themself
US /ðəmˈself/
UK /ðəmˈself/
Pronoun
1.
used as the object of a verb or preposition to refer to a person or people previously mentioned as the subject of the clause, when that person or people is singular and gender-neutral, or when referring to a non-binary individual
Example:
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Each student should check their work themself.
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The customer can decide for themself.
2.
used for emphasis when referring to a person or people previously mentioned as the subject of the clause, when that person or people is singular and gender-neutral, or when referring to a non-binary individual
Example:
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The manager themself approved the decision.
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The artist themself will be at the exhibition.