Dictionary Skills

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What is a dictionary?

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A dictionary is a reference book or online resource that lists words in alphabetical order, providing their meanings, pronunciations, and other information.

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What is a bilingual dictionary?

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A bilingual dictionary provides translations of words between two languages.

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What is a thesaurus?

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A thesaurus is a reference book that lists words grouped together according to similarity of meaning (synonyms) and sometimes antonyms.

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What does it mean to define a word?

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To define a word means to explain its meaning, often including its usage in context.

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What is the purpose of using context clues?

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Context clues are hints found within a sentence or paragraph that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What is the difference between a monolingual and a bilingual dictionary?

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A monolingual dictionary provides definitions in one language, while a bilingual dictionary translates words between two languages.

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How can you determine the meaning of a word using a dictionary?

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You can determine the meaning of a word by looking it up in the dictionary, where it will provide definitions, pronunciation, and usage examples.

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What is an example of using a word in context?

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Using the word 'shrank' in a sentence: 'The sweater shrank in the wash, becoming too small to wear.'

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What is a dictionary entry?

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A dictionary entry includes the word, its part of speech, definitions, pronunciation, and sometimes example sentences.

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What is the importance of understanding multiple definitions of a word?

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Understanding multiple definitions helps in accurately interpreting the word's meaning based on context.