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your

determiner (PEOPLE GENERALLY)
 
 
strong /jɔːr/ US  /jʊr/ weak /r/ US  //

Definition

B1 belonging or relating to people generally: Of course you want the best for your children. Garlic is good for your blood.Possessive forms informal said before a typical example of something is given: This isn't your usual science-fiction novel, but then Brinkworth isn't exactly your typical author.Typifying, illustrating and exemplifyingMeaning and significance
(Definition of your determiner (PEOPLE GENERALLY) from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)

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