First Known Use: 1526
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yours
pronoun, singular or plural in construction \ˈyu̇rz, ˈyȯrz\
Definition of YOURS
: that which belongs to you —used without a following noun as a pronoun equivalent in meaning to the adjective your <this book is yours> —often used especially with an adverbial modifier in the complimentary close of a letter <Yours truly> <Sincerely yours>
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Origin of YOURS
Middle English, from your + -s -'s
Rhymes with YOURS
YOURS TRULY Defined for Kids
yours
pronoun \ˈyu̇rz, ˈyȯrz\
Definition of YOURS for Kids
: that which belongs to you <The bike is yours.> <Yours is the empty glass.>
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