Multiple Meaning Words 1

What does exhaust mean in this sentence?
Mrs. Peterson's repair shop on the outskirts of town always smells like exhaust.

• to make someone tired
• the gases produced by a car

What does peer mean in this sentence?

Yin is my peer, but she looks much younger than I do.

• someone of the same age
• to look closely or curiously

What does column mean in this sentence?

An Ionic-style column has a scroll-shaped ornament at the top.

• a tall pillar that holds something up
• a vertical list of words or numbers

What does charm mean in this sentence?

Peter can quickly charm everyone in a room, even grumpy people he doesn't know!

• a small object worn on a necklace or bracelet
• to attract or please greatly

What does breed mean in this sentence?

Each year scientists breed new types of flowers and plants.

• to cause an animal or plant to reproduce
• a variety of dog or other animal

What does dart mean in this sentence?

The dart landed in the center of the target, and everyone cheered.

• a tiny arrow that is thrown or shot
• to make a sudden, fast movement

What does bloom mean in this sentence?

Scarlett's new acting instructor is really helping her bloom as an actress.

• a blossom
• to grow

What does plot mean in this sentence?

In the movie, a group of criminals plot to steal a valuable painting.

• to make a plan
• a piece of land

What does determined mean in this sentence?

We determined where the deer went by following their tracks in the snow.

• figured out
• dedicated; not giving up

What does hike mean in this sentence?

We like to hike in Yosemite National Park when the leaves are changing colors.

• to go on a long walk
• a sudden sharp increase or rise