Definition: An individual; usually a human being.
Alright class, settle down and letโs take a look! Youโve asked a really good question about the word "persons," and youโre right to check with the dictionary. It does say โan individual; usually a human being.โ But let's dig a little deeper, shall we? Think of it this way: โPersonโ is a very common word, but sometimes we need to be more specific. "Persons" โ thatโs the plural form, you see. It means more than one individual. Like if I say โThese are three persons in the room,โ I'm talking about at least two people! It can also refer to legal entities too, like companies or organizations - they're considered "persons" under certain laws. So, while a person is usually a human, "persons" just means multiple individuals โ one or more! Does that make sense? Do you have any other questions about this concept, perhaps a rhyme to help you remember?