Compound Words

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What is a compound word?

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A compound word is made when two smaller words are combined to create a new word with a different meaning.

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Give an example of a compound word.

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Playhouse (play + house) is an example of a compound word.

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What does the compound word 'sailboat' mean?

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A sailboat is a boat that is propelled by sails.

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Identify the two words in the compound word 'policeman'.

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The two words are 'police' and 'man'.

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What is the meaning of the compound word 'toothbrush'?

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A toothbrush is a tool used for cleaning teeth.

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Which of the following is a compound word: 'sun' or 'sunflower'?

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Sunflower is a compound word (sun + flower).

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What does the compound word 'basketball' refer to?

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Basketball refers to a sport played with a ball and a hoop.

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How do you form a compound word?

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You form a compound word by joining two complete words together.

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What is the compound word for 'rain' and 'coat'?

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The compound word is 'raincoat'.

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Is 'notebook' a compound word?

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Yes, 'notebook' is a compound word (note + book).