Parts of a Dictionary Flashcard

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What does 'amputate' mean?

Back

To cut off.

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What is the purpose of the PURPLE box in a dictionary?

Back

It indicates the part of speech.

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What does the BLUE box represent in a dictionary?

Back

It shows the 1st meaning of the word.

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What part of speech is the word 'amuse'?

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Verb.

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What does the RED box indicate in a dictionary?

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It is the pronunciation key.

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What is a dictionary?

Back

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

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What are guide words in a dictionary?

Back

Words at the top of a page that help you find entries.

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What is a synonym?

Back

A word that has the same or similar 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.

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What is the definition of 'entry' in a dictionary?

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The information about a word, including its meaning, pronunciation, and part of speech.