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his and hers

adj · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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adj

Meaning 1

Describes a pair of items designed for use by a couple – one by the man and the other by the woman.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: not-comparable

Examples

  • They even have matching his and hers slippers and dressing gowns.

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