its

adjective \ˈits, əts\

: relating to or belonging to a certain thing, animal, etc. : made or done by a certain thing, animal, etc.

Full Definition of ITS

: of or relating to it or itself especially as possessor, agent, or object of an action <going to its kennel> <a child proud of its first drawings> <its final enactment into law>

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First Known Use of ITS

circa 1507

Rhymes with ITS

blitz, ditz, fritz, glitz, grits, quits, spitz, spritz

ITS Defined for Kids

its

adjective \ˈits\

Definition of ITS for Kids

: relating to or belonging to it or itself <The fox licked its sore paw.>

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