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 'lead' can mean to guide someone or it can refer to a type of metal.

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What does 'park' mean in the context of parking a car?

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To put something in a spot.

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What does 'park' mean as a noun?

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An area for playing.

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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 as a piece of 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 a dance?

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A party with dancing.

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What does 'ball' mean as a toy?

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A round toy.

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What does 'spring' mean as a season?

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A season of the year between winter and summer.

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What does 'spring' mean as a coil?

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A coil of metal that bounces.