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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How can context help determine the meaning of a multiple meaning word?

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Context provides clues about which meaning of the word is being used in a sentence.

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What does the word 'bark' mean?

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It can mean the sound a dog makes or the outer covering of a tree.

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What is a homograph?

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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 homophone?

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Words that sound the same but have different meanings and spellings, like 'to', 'two', and 'too'.

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How can you identify a multiple meaning word in a sentence?

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Look for clues in the surrounding words and the overall context of the sentence.

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What does the word 'lead' mean?

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It can mean to guide someone or a type of metal.

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What is the importance of understanding multiple meaning words?

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It helps improve reading comprehension and communication skills.

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What does the word 'row' mean?

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It can mean a line of things or to paddle a boat.