Re: In (one's/its) own right

Posted by Bruce Kahl on July 14, 2004

In Reply to: In (one's/its) own right posted by Jules on July 13, 2004

: What does this mean, exactly? Is it redundant?
: "She's an exciting author in her own right."
: Trying to find the origin and all I get is the actual phrase itself as applied to various subjects. Is it an idiom?

It means "by her own individuality and accomplishments", with a stress on individuality.

I do not know the origin and am not sure if it can be defined as an idiom.

Lots of very smart wordsmiths tend to hang out here so be patient while waiting for your answers.

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