Homographs

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What is a homograph?

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A homograph is a word that is spelled the same as another word but has a different meaning and sometimes a different pronunciation.

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Give an example of a homograph and its meanings.

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

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What does 'ring' mean when you ring a doorbell?

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To sound a bell.

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What does 'ring' mean when referring to jewelry?

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A piece of jewelry worn on the finger.

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What does 'ball' mean in the context of throwing?

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A round toy.

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What does 'spring' mean when talking about a season?

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A time of year when flowers bloom and the weather gets warmer.

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What does 'spring' mean when referring to a chair?

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A coil of metal that bounces.

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What does 'second' mean in the context of being in line?

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After first.

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What does 'second' mean in terms of time?

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Part of a minute.

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How can you tell if a word is a homograph?

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If it has the same spelling as another word but different meanings.