Vocabulary Using Dictionary Entries

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play

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1. a production on stage 2. to act a part 3. do an activity for fun 4. a pun

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light

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1. a pale, soft color 2. opposite of dark 3. lamp 4. set on fire

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What is a dictionary?

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A dictionary is a reference book that lists words in alphabetical order and provides their meanings, pronunciations, and other information.

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What does 'synonym' mean?

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A synonym is a word that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word.

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What does 'antonym' mean?

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An antonym is a word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

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What is a 'definition'?

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A definition is a statement that explains the meaning of a word or phrase.

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What is a 'context'?

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Context refers to the circumstances or setting in which a word is used, which helps to clarify its meaning.

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What does 'homonym' mean?

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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 is a 'thesaurus'?

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A thesaurus is a reference book that lists words grouped together according to similarity of meaning (synonyms) and sometimes antonyms.

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What does 'usage' refer to in a dictionary?

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Usage refers to the way in which a word is used in speech or writing, often including examples.