Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
the
definite article
/ðə/ or /ðiː/ (before a vowel sound)
Definition
The word ‘the’ is a definite article used to specify a particular noun.
Examples
- The cat sat on the mat.
- She is the best player on the team.
- Can you hand me the book on the table?
Meaning
It is used to refer to something that is already known to the reader or listener.
Synonyms
- this
- that
