Definition
Definition of its - Reverso English Dictionary
Determiner
1.
linguisticsshowing possession by a thing or animal
- The cat licked its paws.
2.
grammarindicating association with a concept or idea
- The company is proud of its achievements.
Adjective
possessionbelonging to or associated with a thing
- The cat licked its paws.
Expressions with its
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moves or arrives at a place often after some difficulty
The lost letter found its way to the correct address.
in a standing position
The cat landed on its feet after the jump.
allow people to enter
The museum will open its doors to the public next week.
be independent or self-sufficient
The new business can stand on its own without any external funding.
something that develops independently from its original source or creator
The rumor took on a life of its own and spread quickly.
overflow and flood the land around after heavy rain
The river burst its banks after the storm.
whole amount resulting from combining parts
The cake is more than the sum of its parts.
progress in a natural manner without interference
We decided to let the river take its course.
cause harm or damage, often gradually or over time
Years of stress can take its toll on your health.
conspicuous because not present
Her absence from the meeting was noticeable by its absence.
change something radically or fundamentally
The discovery turned the scientific community on its head.
people cannot change their true nature or character
Despite his promises, a leopard cannot change its spots.
innovative or advanced for the current time
Her ideas were ahead of its time and not understood by her peers.
no longer useful or relevant
That style is past its sell-by date.
make something unable to function or succeed
The storm brought the city to its knees.
everyone will have a moment of success
Don't worry, every dog has its day.
expresses that rules can always be avoided or bypassed
Every law has its loophole, so be careful when making contracts.
every good situation has some bad parts
Remember, every rose has its thorn.
every action or choice has a consequence
Remember, everything has its price in life.
come after something as a result or consequence
Economic changes follow in its wake after policy shifts.
because of the value or enjoyment of the thing itself
She studies art for its own sake.
be occasionally good or successful
The movie may be boring, but it does have its moments.
originates from or is caused by something earlier
This tradition has its roots in ancient history.
in its best or most complete form
The garden was in all its glory during the spring bloom.
Origin of its
Old English, hit (it) + -s (possessive)
Terms with its included in their meaning
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animal
small rodent known for its long tail and sharp teeth
country politics
country in East Asia known for its isolation
school subject
science of matter, its composition, changes, and behavior
transportation
bring something to its destination
increase twofold
increase something to twice its amount or size
cultivated plant
plant cultivated for its blooms
home
heating system or its output
art
related to music or its performance
city area
part of a city or town with its own character
geography
region of a country lying toward its northern side
ownership
give something back to its original owner
accidental overflow
liquid that has accidentally flowed over its container's edges
regional unit
division within a country with its own government
rotate
turn something around its axis
shape
lose its raised or uneven surface
ornithology
large black bird known for its intelligence
ownership
return something to its original owner
spicy fruit
small pepper known for its spicy heat
overpriced
priced higher than its perceived value
cycling
move a bicycle by pushing its pedals
activate device
cause a device or system to start operating by activating its controls
hygiene
utilize a toilet for its intended purpose
cooking
cook food until its surface becomes darker
sports
lead a team during matches as its on-field leader
Examples of its in a sentence
The company changed its logo last year. The book has its own charm. Each room has its unique style. The dog carried its toy around. The tree lost its leaves in autumn.
View all translations of its
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- French:son, possessif qui renvoie à un objet, une notion ou une organisation, ...
- German:sein, ihre, ...
- Italian:suo, proprio, ...
- Spanish:su, propio, ...
- Portuguese:seu, sua, ...
- Chinese:它的, 其, ...
- Japanese:自分の, それの, ...
- Arabic:ـه, ه, ...
- Hebrew:שֶׁלּוֹ, שֶׁלּוֹ, ...
- Russian:его, её, ...
- Ukrainian:його, своїми, ...
- Hindi:उसका, इसका, ...
Definition of ITS - Reverso English Dictionary
Acronym
1.
acr: Information Technology ServicesTECH. US group that manages computers and networks in a companyTECH. US
- Contact ITS if your computer is not working.
2.
acr: Intelligent Transportation SystemsTECH. US systems using technology to improve transportationTECH. US
- The city uses ITS for traffic control.
3.
acr: intelligent transportation systemTECH. US uses technology to improve traffic flow and safetyTECH. US
- The city installed ITS to reduce traffic congestion and improve safety.
4.
acr: Intelligent Tutoring SystemTECH. US computer program that helps students learnTECH. US
- The school uses an ITS for math practice.
Examples of ITS in a sentence
The ITS team resolved the server issue quickly. ITS can reduce road accidents. Many cities invest in ITS technology. ITS has been implemented to enhance urban mobility. The new ITS technology has improved road safety significantly. An ITS adapts to each learner's pace.
Teachers monitor progress through the ITS.
View all translations of ITS
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- French:DSI, STI, ...
- German:Informationstechnologie-Dienste, ITS, ...
- Italian:CED, ITS, ...
- Spanish:TI, ITS, ...
- Portuguese:SI, SIT, ...
- Chinese:信息技术服务部, 智能交通系统, ...
- Japanese:情報技術サービス, ITS, ...
- Arabic:خِدْمات تِقْنِيَّة المَعْلُومَات, أَنْظِمَة نَقْل ذَكِيَة, ...
- Hebrew:שֵׁירוּתֵי טֶכְנוֹלוֹגְיַת הַמֵּידָע, מַעֲרָכוֹת תַּחְבּוּרָה חֲכָמוֹת, ...
- Russian:ИТ-служба, ИТС, ...
- Ukrainian:ІТС, інтелектуальна транспортна система, ...
- Hindi:सूचना प्रौद्योगिकी सेवाएं, बुद्धिमान परिवहन प्रणाली, ...
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