Multiple-Meaning Words

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What are multiple-meaning words?

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Words that have more than one meaning or interpretation.

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Give an example of a pair of multiple-meaning words.

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'bat' (a flying mammal) and 'bat' (a piece of sports equipment).

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What does the word 'sell' mean in the context of selling lemonade?

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To exchange a product or service for money.

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What does the word 'witch' refer to in Halloween context?

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A person, often depicted as a woman, who is believed to have magical powers.

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What is the meaning of the word 'heard' in the context of listening?

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To perceive sound through the ear.

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What is the meaning of the word 'fir'?

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A type of tree, often used for Christmas trees.

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What does the word 'hire' mean?

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To employ someone for a job or task.

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What does the word 'higher' mean?

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At a greater height or level.

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How can context help determine the meaning of multiple-meaning words?

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Context provides clues about which meaning of a word is appropriate in a given situation.

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What is a homonym?

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A word that sounds the same as another word but has a different meaning and often a different spelling.