Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

the-y

Pronoun
/ðə-ji/
Definition
Used to indicate a situation involving ‘they’, often in informal contexts.
Examples
  • The-y have a unique perspective on the issue.
  • In her story, the-y represent the collective voice of the community.
  • ‘The-y’ can also refer to people who identify outside of the traditional gender binary.
Meaning
Relating to or characteristic of those being referred to as ‘they’.
Synonyms
  • they
  • them
  • those