Multiple Meaning Words

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What does the word 'stick' mean?

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1. To adhere to a surface (e.g., gum sticks to paper). 2. A thin piece of wood (e.g., a stick used to poke a fire).

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What does the word 'light' mean?

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1. A source of illumination (e.g., a light bulb). 2. Not heavy (e.g., a light backpack).

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What does the word 'play' mean?

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1. To engage in an activity for enjoyment (e.g., children play games). 2. A theatrical performance (e.g., a play at the theater).

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What does the word 'trip' mean?

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1. A journey or excursion (e.g., a camping trip). 2. To stumble or fall (e.g., I tripped over a rock).

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What does the word 'role' mean?

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1. A part played by an actor (e.g., her role as Princess Jasmine). 2. A function or position in a situation (e.g., his role in the project).

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What does the word 'bark' mean?

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1. The outer covering of a tree (e.g., the bark of an oak tree). 2. The sound a dog makes (e.g., the dog began to bark).

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What does the word 'bat' mean?

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1. A flying mammal (e.g., a bat in the cave). 2. A piece of sports equipment used in baseball (e.g., he swung the bat).

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What does the word 'bowl' mean?

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1. A round dish used for food (e.g., a bowl of soup). 2. To roll a ball in a game (e.g., to bowl a strike in bowling).

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What does the word 'ring' mean?

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1. A circular band worn on a finger (e.g., a wedding ring). 2. The sound of a bell (e.g., the phone began to ring).

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What does the word 'bank' mean?

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1. A financial institution (e.g., I deposited money at the bank). 2. The side of a river (e.g., we sat on the bank of the river).