Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ze

Pronoun
/ziː/
Definition
A singular third-person pronoun that is gender-neutral and is used as an alternative to ‘he’ or ‘she’.
Examples
  • Ze went to the store to buy groceries.
  • I asked ze if ze could help me with my project.
  • When ze finishes the book, I’ll ask ze what ze thought about it.
Meaning
Used to refer to someone without specifying gender. It is often adopted in contexts emphasizing inclusivity and gender identity.
Synonyms
  • they
  • them
  • he/she (when gender is not specified)