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 the word 'bow' mean when referring to a gesture?

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To bend at the waist as a sign of respect or greeting.

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What does the word 'dove' mean in the context of jumping?

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To jump head first into water.

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What does the word 'close' mean when used in the context of shutting something?

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To shut or seal something.

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What does the word 'wind' refer to in weather terms?

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Moving air.

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How can context help in understanding homographs?

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Context provides clues about which meaning of a homograph is being used in a sentence.

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What is the meaning of 'tear' when referring to a liquid?

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A drop of clear salty liquid that comes from the eyes.

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What is the meaning of 'tear' when referring to ripping something?

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To pull apart or damage something by force.

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What does the word 'row' mean when referring to a line?

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A straight line of things or people.