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 'stoop' mean in the context of bending down?

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To stoop means to bend down or forward.

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What does 'stoop' mean in the context of a porch?

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A stoop can also refer to a porch or staircase at the entrance of a house.

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What does 'pick' mean when referring to stealing?

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To pick someone's pocket means to steal from them.

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What does 'pick' mean when referring to choosing?

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To pick can also mean to choose or select something.

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What does 'fork' mean in the context of a road?

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A fork in the road refers to a point where the road divides into two parts.

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What does 'fork' mean in the context of eating?

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A fork is a tool for eating, typically with two or more points at one end.

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What does 'coast' mean in the context of land?

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The coast refers to the land along the sea.

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What does 'coast' mean in the context of a vehicle?

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To coast means to continue moving after the power has been turned off.