Homonyms

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What is a homonym?

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A homonym is a word that is spelled and pronounced the same as another word but has a different meaning.

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What does the homonym 'right' mean in the context of direction?

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In the context of direction, 'right' means the direction opposite of left.

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What does the homonym 'bat' refer to in sports?

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In sports, 'bat' refers to an item used to hit a ball.

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What does the homonym 'fire' mean when talking about cooking?

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When talking about cooking, 'fire' means burning to produce heat, light, and flames.

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What does the homonym 'fire' mean in a job context?

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In a job context, 'fire' means to tell someone they've lost a job.

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What does the homonym 'patient' mean in the context of waiting?

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In the context of waiting, 'patient' means able to wait calmly.

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Give an example of a sentence using the homonym 'bark'.

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The bark of the tree is rough. (referring to the outer covering of a tree) / The dog began to bark loudly. (referring to the sound a dog makes)

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What does the homonym 'lead' mean in the context of guiding?

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In the context of guiding, 'lead' means to show the way.

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What does the homonym 'lead' mean in the context of a metal?

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In the context of a metal, 'lead' refers to a heavy, soft, malleable metal.

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What does the homonym 'tear' mean when talking about crying?

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When talking about crying, 'tear' refers to a drop of clear salty liquid that comes from the eyes.