Own Definition & Meaning
own
- adjective
- belonging to or on behalf of a specified person (especially yourself); preceded by a possessive; "for your own use"; "do your own thing"; "she makes her own clothes"; "`ain' is Scottish"
- verb
- have ownership or possession of; "He owns three houses in Florida"; "How many cars does she have?"
"Own" in song lyrics
See how own is used in real songs:
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"I been doin' well on my own"
2 Live Crew — 2 Live Blues -
"Out there gettin' busy holdin' my own"
2nd II None — Y? -
"Feelin on the bulge, thinkin it's her own"
3rd Bass — Brooklyn-Queens
Words that rhyme with own
Usage tips for "own"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "own" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for own to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does own mean?
- belonging to or on behalf of a specified person (especially yourself); preceded by a possessive; "for your own use"; "do your own thing"; "she makes her own clothes"; "`ain' is Scottish" have ownership or possession of; "He owns three houses in Florida"; "How many cars does she have?"
- What part of speech is own?
- Own is an adjective and a verb.
- How many definitions does own have?
- Own has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, verb).