What is a homograph?
Homographs

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4th Grade
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A homograph is a word that has the same spelling as another word but has a different meaning and may have a different pronunciation.
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Provide an example of a homograph and its meanings.
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The word 'lead' can mean 'to guide' (pronounced 'leed') or 'a type of metal' (pronounced 'led').
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What does the word 'bow' mean in the context of a performer greeting an audience?
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In this context, 'bow' means to bend at the waist as a gesture of respect or acknowledgment.
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What does the word 'wind' mean when referring to a clock?
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In this context, 'wind' means to turn a mechanism to keep it functioning.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does the word 'wind' mean when referring to the atmosphere?
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In this context, 'wind' refers to moving air.
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What does the word 'present' mean in the context of attendance?
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In this context, 'present' means being here or in attendance.
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How can context help determine the meaning of a homograph?
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Context provides clues about which meaning of a homograph is appropriate based on the surrounding words and the situation.
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