Multiple Meaning Words

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What are multiple meaning words?

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Words that have more than one meaning.

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Give an example of a multiple meaning word.

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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 the word 'can' mean in the sentence: 'My brother asked if he can play outside'?

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In this context, 'can' means to be allowed to or have the ability to.

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What does the word 'can' mean in the sentence: 'I opened a can of corn for the recipe'?

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Here, 'can' refers to a metal container.

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What does 'patient' mean when someone is quietly waiting?

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It means being able to wait without getting upset.

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What does 'patient' mean in a medical context?

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It refers to a person receiving medical treatment.

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What does the word 'bill' mean in the sentence: 'The duck's bill got caught in the fishing hook'?

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In this context, 'bill' means the beak of the duck.

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What does 'bill' mean in a financial context?

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It refers to a statement of money owed.

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What does the word 'show' mean in the sentence: 'The show on t.v. was very funny'?

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Here, 'show' refers to a television program.

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What does 'show' mean in the context of giving information?

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It means to present or display something.