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Meaning of person

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

person

Pronunciation:/ˈpɜːsən//ˈpɝsən/

noun

Definitions

  1. An individual; usually a human being.

    Example: Each person is unique, both mentally and physically.

  2. The physical body of a being seen as distinct from the mind, character, etc.

  3. Any individual or formal organization with standing before the courts.

    Example: At common law a corporation or a trust is legally a person.

  4. The human genitalia; specifically, the penis.

verb

Definitions

  1. To represent as a person; to personify; to impersonate.

  2. (gender-neutral) To man.