Own

Pronunciation: /ˈoʊn/

Own (verb)

  1. To have something as your property, so it belongs to you.
  2. To manage or handle something well, especially when you are responsible for it.
  3. To beat someone clearly and often, showing you are much better.

Examples

  • I own a small car.
  • She owns a house near the park.

Own (adjective)

  1. Used to show something belongs to the person speaking or writing.

Examples

  • Is this your own notebook?
  • I found my own keys on the table.

Own (noun)

  1. Things that belong to you, especially money or property.

Examples

  • I keep my own safe.
  • She protects her own from theft.