English word this comes from Old English (ca. 450-1100) þis (; this ; this.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| þis | Old English (ca. 450-1100) (ang) | ; this ; this. |
| this | Middle English (1100-1500) (enm) | |
| this | English (eng) | (Of a unit of time) which is current.. A known (thing) (used in first mentioning a person or thing that the speaker does not think is known to the audience). Compare with "a certain ...".. The (thing) here (used in indicating something or someone nearby).. The known (thing) (used in indicating something or someone about to be mentioned).. The known (thing) (used in indicating something or [...] |