What does THESE mean?

These

Part of Speech: pronoun, adjective

Definition: These refers to a specific group of people, things, or ideas that are nearby or have been previously mentioned. As a pronoun, it is used to replace a noun or noun phrase. As an adjective, it is used to describe a noun.

Pronunciations: US: /ðiz/, UK: /ðiːz/

Origin and Usage: These is a Middle English word that originated from the Old English word "þȳs" meaning "these". It has been used in English since the 14th century. These is commonly used in both spoken and written English to refer to specific people, things, or ideas that are nearby or have been previously mentioned.

Synonyms: this, those, the aforementioned

Related Words: those, their, there, these, those

Example Sentences:

• These cookies are delicious!
• These are the books that I borrowed from the library.
• These are the people who helped me when I was in trouble.
• These are the facts that you need to know about the situation.