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him·self [ stressed him sélf, unstressed im sélf ] CORE MEANING: the form of "him" used in reflexive and emphatic contexts
 After a final struggle with himself, he handed the papers over.
If he himself doesn't know what he's doing, I don't see how I can help him.
He did it himself. |
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1. referring to male subject of verb: used to refer to the same man, boy, or male animal as the subject of the verb
He decided to treat himself.
his sense of pride in himself
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2. used for emphasis: used to emphasize or clarify which man, boy, or male animal is being referred to, often introducing a note of surprise or awe
a visit from the Prince himself
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3. alone or without help: used to show that a man, boy, or male animal is alone or unaided
sitting by himself in a corner
tied his shoelaces himself
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4. normal self: his normal self in terms of personality, health, or behavior
not feeling himself
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5. Ireland important male person: an important, or often self-important, man or boy
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Himself is wanting a word.
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