ego

English

/ˈiːɡəʊ/, /ˈiɡoʊ/

noun
Definitions
  • The self, especially with a sense of self-importance.
  • (psychology) The most central part of the mind, which mediates with one's surroundings.

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin ego (I).

Origin

Latin

ego

Gloss

I

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