ourself

Definition

The reflexive of the royal or editorial we: myself (as used by one who is a monarch, writer or speaker when referring to oneself as we).

Etymology

From Middle English oure-selfe; equivalent to our + -self.

Example Sentences

• "In the present study, we will limit ourself to the simplest of cases."
• "Without in any way committing ourself upon this point, we have merely to observe, that we are ready to receive sealed offers containing a full specification of age, temper, appearance, and condition[…]"
• "He then offered to guide us down to see for ourself, but one look down that dark hole to the water about 60 feet below completely dampened our speluncean ardor."