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 'play' mean when referring to a theatrical performance?

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A show.

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What does 'duck' refer to in the sentence 'The duck quacked at the dog'?

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An animal with a bill.

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What does 'spring' refer to when talking about seasons?

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A season of the year.

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What is the meaning of 'lying' in the context of 'I hope you are not lying to me'?

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To not tell the truth.

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What does 'lying' mean in the context of 'My books are lying on the table'?

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To be in a horizontal position.

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What is the meaning of the word 'bark' when referring to a tree?

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The outer covering of a tree.

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What does 'bark' mean when referring to a dog?

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The sound a dog makes.