Homophones Part 2

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What is a homophone?

Back

A homophone is a word that sounds the same as another word but has a different meaning and often a different spelling.

Front

Give an example of homophones.

Back

'bare' (without covering) and 'bear' (the animal).

Front

What does 'buy' mean?

Back

To purchase something.

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What does 'by' mean?

Back

A preposition used to indicate the means of achieving something or the agent performing an action.

Front

What does 'bye' mean?

Back

A short form of goodbye.

Front

What is the meaning of 'bored'?

Back

Feeling weary and impatient because one is unoccupied or lacks interest in one's current activity.

Front

What is the meaning of 'board'?

Back

A flat, thin, rectangular piece of material.

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What does 'pair' mean?

Back

A set of two things that are used together, like a pair of gloves.

Front

What does 'pare' mean?

Back

To trim something by cutting away its outer edges.

Front

What does 'pear' mean?

Back

A sweet fruit that is typically green or yellow.