Multiple Meaning Words

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What is a multiple meaning word?

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A word that has more than one meaning or interpretation.

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Provide an example of a multiple meaning word and its meanings.

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The word 'bat' can mean a nocturnal mammal or a piece of equipment used in sports like baseball.

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What does the word 'sand' mean in the context of a beach?

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Tiny grains of stone and shell.

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What does the word 'stable' mean in the context of ice for skating?

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Not likely to change or fail.

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What does the word 'trip' mean in the context of a vacation?

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A visit to another place.

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What does the word 'handle' mean in the context of managing pressure?

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To manage or control.

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What is the importance of context in understanding multiple meaning words?

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Context helps determine which meaning of a word is being used in a sentence.

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How can you identify the meaning of a multiple meaning word in a sentence?

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Look for clues in the surrounding words and the overall context of the sentence.

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What is a synonym for the word 'stable' in the context of ice?

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Secure or steady.

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What is an antonym for the word 'handle' in the context of managing pressure?

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To struggle or fail.