Understanding Multiple Meaning Words

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What is a multiple meaning word?

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A word that has more than one meaning.

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Give an example of a multiple meaning word.

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The word 'bat' can mean a flying mammal or a piece of sports equipment used in baseball.

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What does the word 'bark' mean when referring to a tree?

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The outer covering of a tree.

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What does the word 'bark' mean when referring to a dog?

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A loud noise that a dog makes.

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What does the word 'lead' mean in the context of a play?

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The main or principal role in a performance.

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What does the word 'lead' mean when referring to guiding someone?

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To guide or show the way.

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What does the word 'duck' mean when referring to an animal?

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An animal that lives in water and on land.

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What does the word 'duck' mean when referring to movement?

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To dodge or lower your body to avoid hitting an object.

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What does the word 'bank' mean in the context of finance?

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A financial institution where money is stored.

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What does the word 'bank' mean when referring to a river?

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The land alongside a river or stream.