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per·son·al

Pronounced:

/ˈpɚsənəl/Listen to audio

Function:

adjective

Meaning:

1 always used before a noun a : belonging or relating to a particular person personal property/belongings This is just my personal opinion/preference. I can only tell you what I know from personal experience. He added his own personal touches to the recipe. We don't accept personal checks. He is a personal friend of mine. She is always concerned about her personal appearance. We provide each of our customers with personal service. Golf is a personal interest of mine. b : made or designed to be used by one person a personal stereo cused to describe someone whose job involves working for or helping a particular person She has her own personal chauffeur. the director's personal assistant a personal trainer
2 a [more per*son*al; most per*son*al] : relating to a person's private feelings, thoughts, problems, etc. May I ask you a personal question? That information is very personal, and you have no business asking about it. b : relating to the parts of your life that do not involve your work or job He doesn't speak much about his personal life. The company car is not for personal use. I had to leave work early because I had some personal matters/problems/issues to take care of. Is the letter personal or about business? a personal phone call cused to describe the feelings of two people who know and deal with each other We have a close personal relationship. He is a good boss, but I don't get along with him on a personal level.
3 [more per*son*al; most per*son*al] : relating to a particular person's character, appearance, opinions, etc., in a way that is offensive or hurtful His speech included some personal remarks about me that I found offensive. He took her comment as a personal insult. It's nothing personal [=I don't mean to offend you], but I'd rather not talk to you about it. Nothing personal, but why are you still friends with him? Let's not get personal here.
4 always used before a noun : done by a particular person instead of by someone else who is working or acting for that person The mayor made a personal appearance at the ceremony. I shall give the matter my (own) personal attention.
5 always used before a noun : relating to a person's physical body or health It's important to practice good personal hygiene. personal care products
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