Dictionary Meanings

________________ is basically the dictionary meaning of a word.

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LAFS.7.RI.2.4

What book can you use to look up the definition of a word?

• thesaurus

• dictionary

• atlas

I can use _______, _________, or even _____ to get the meaning of words.

Before giving a presentation, Maram needs to know the pronunciation of hyperbole. Which reference material will help Maram?

• dictionary

• thesaurus

• glossary

What do the numbers in the photo represent? (You can click on the picture to see it up close)

• multiple correct definitions of the word clout

• different sentences you can use the word clout in

• a ranked list of ways people like to use the word clout in a sentence

• a list of the best to worst ways to use the word clout

How many TOTAL definitions are there for the word intent?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

You look up the denotation for minimal. Which word do you see?

Hint: There was a minimal amount of money in the bank.

• least

• unclear

• largest

• obvious

This is a:

• guide word

• pronunciation guide

• definition

• synonym

transport v. 1. to bring from one place to another: Buses transport students to school. carry, move n. 2. the act of moving something: A truck is used for the transport of compost. hauling, shipment, movement Most Africans were transported to colonies against their will. Which is a synonym for transported as it is used above?

• hauling

• movement

• shipment

• carried

What is the dictionary meaning of the word 'ambiguous'?

• Clear

• Uncertain

• Definite

• Obvious