that
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/ðæt/
specific reference
Etymology
Etymology Information
'that' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'þæt', which was used as a demonstrative pronoun.
Historical Evolution
'þæt' changed from Old English and eventually became the modern English word 'that'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the thing mentioned', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Pronoun 1
used to identify a specific person or thing observed by the speaker.
That is my book.
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Conjunction 1
used to introduce a clause, especially a subordinate clause.
I believe that he is right.
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