HOMONYMS FLASHCARD

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What is a homonym?

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A homonym is a word that sounds the same as another word but has a different meaning, and sometimes a different spelling.

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What is a homophone?

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A homophone is a type of homonym that sounds the same as another word but has a different meaning and may have a different spelling.

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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 may have a different pronunciation.

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What is a heteronym?

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A heteronym is a type of homograph that is spelled the same but has different meanings and different pronunciations.

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Give an example of a homonym.

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Bat (the flying animal) and bat (a piece of sports equipment).

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Give an example of a homophone.

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Flour (used in baking) and flower (a blooming plant).

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Give an example of a homograph.

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Lead (to guide) and lead (a type of metal).

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What does 'by' mean?

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'By' is a preposition that indicates the means of achieving something.

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What does 'buy' mean?

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'Buy' is a verb that means to purchase something.

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What does 'too' mean?

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'Too' means also or excessively.