It ( pronoun , noun )

(As a pronoun)

It ( pronoun )

1. Used to refer to a thing previously mentioned or easily identified.
2. Used to refer to an animal or child of unspecified sex.
3. Used to refer to a fact or situation previously mentioned, known, or happening.

Origin:

Middle english, from old english hit, neuter of he he

Examples:

1. It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.
2. I heard something rustling in the bushes and feared it might be a bear.
3. They discussed the problem and decided it was not worth pursuing further.

(As a noun)

It ( noun )

1. Used to refer to a thing previously mentioned or easily identified.
2. Used to refer to an animal or child of unspecified sex.
3. Used to refer to a fact or situation previously mentioned, known, or happening.

Origin:

Middle english, from old english hit, neuter of he he

Examples:

1. It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.
2. I heard something rustling in the bushes and feared it might be a bear.
3. They discussed the problem and decided it was not worth pursuing further.