its
ɪts
Definition

Definition of its - Reverso English Dictionary

Determiner

1.
linguisticsshowing possession by a thing or animal
  • The cat licked its paws.
belonging possessive
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.
associated belonging owned
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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.

Origin of its

Old English, hit (it) + -s (possessive)

Terms with its included in their meaning

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ratn.
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

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.

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  1. French:son, possessif qui renvoie à un objet, une notion ou une organisation, ...
  2. German:sein, ihre, ...
  3. Italian:suo, proprio, ...
  4. Spanish:su, propio, ...
  5. Portuguese:seu, sua, ...
  6. Chinese:它的, 其, ...
  7. Japanese:自分の, それの, ...
  8. Arabic:ـه, ه, ...
  9. Hebrew:שֶׁלּוֹ, שֶׁלּוֹ, ...
  10. Russian:его, её, ...
  11. Ukrainian:його, своїми, ...
  12. Hindi:उसका, इसका, ...
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Definition of ITS - Reverso English Dictionary

Acronym

1.
acr: Information Technology ServicesTECH.USgroup that manages computers and networks in a companyTECH.US
  • Contact ITS if your computer is not working.
2.
acr: Intelligent Transportation SystemsTECH.USsystems using technology to improve transportationTECH.US
  • The city uses ITS for traffic control.
3.
acr: intelligent transportation systemTECH.USuses technology to improve traffic flow and safetyTECH.US
  • The city installed ITS to reduce traffic congestion and improve safety.
4.
acr: Intelligent Tutoring SystemTECH.UScomputer program that helps students learnTECH.US
  • The school uses an ITS for math practice.
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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.

View all translations of ITS

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  1. French:DSI, STI, ...
  2. German:Informationstechnologie-Dienste, ITS, ...
  3. Italian:CED, ITS, ...
  4. Spanish:TI, ITS, ...
  5. Portuguese:SI, SIT, ...
  6. Chinese:信息技术服务部, 智能交通系统, ...
  7. Japanese:情報技術サービス, ITS, ...
  8. Arabic:خِدْمات تِقْنِيَّة المَعْلُومَات, أَنْظِمَة نَقْل ذَكِيَة, ...
  9. Hebrew:שֵׁירוּתֵי טֶכְנוֹלוֹגְיַת הַמֵּידָע, מַעֲרָכוֹת תַּחְבּוּרָה חֲכָמוֹת, ...
  10. Russian:ИТ-служба, ИТС, ...
  11. Ukrainian:ІТС, інтелектуальна транспортна система, ...
  12. Hindi:सूचना प्रौद्योगिकी सेवाएं, बुद्धिमान परिवहन प्रणाली, ...
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