Dictionary Practice

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What does the word 'ENTRY' mean in the context of a journal?

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A record or notation of an occurrence, transaction, or proceeding.

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What does the word 'CURE' mean when referring to wood?

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To allow the removal of moisture.

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What does 'CURIOUS' mean in the context of someone exploring?

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Marked by a desire to investigate and learn.

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What does 'PHENOMENON' mean in cultural context?

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A rare or significant fact or event.

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What does 'STABLE' mean when describing a fence?

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Steady, reliable, sturdy.

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What is a dictionary?

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A reference book that lists words in alphabetical order and provides their meanings.

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What is the purpose of a thesaurus?

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To provide synonyms and antonyms for words.

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What does 'definition' mean?

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A statement that explains the meaning of a word or phrase.

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What is a 'synonym'?

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A word that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word.

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What is an 'antonym'?

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A word that has the opposite meaning of another word.