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Multiple-Meaning Words
Multiple Meaning Words are words that have several
meanings depending upon how they are used in a
sentence.
1. Bat: The Mammal
(noun)
2. Bat: The tool
(noun)
3. Bat the Ball
(Action Verb)
Here are examples of how bat can be used in a sentence:
1. I watched the bat flitting through the trees.
2. Mario gripped the bat tightly as he waited for the pitc h.
3. I hope I c an bat a home run!
A place where they
keep money.
The dirt edge of a
pond, river, or
lake.
Mom put money in her
bank account.
• There is a bank all around the
pond.
• The river has a tall bank.
• My father gets money out of the
bank.
The loud noise a
dog makes.
The outer
covering on a
tree.
The dog will bark if you
come to the door.
• The bark on the tree is smooth.
• Cats don’t bark, they meow.
• The woodpecker is getting
insects out of the bark.
A small clock
worn on the wrist.
To look at
something.
I have a new watch.
• My watch has stopped working.
• I don’t get to watch television
after 8:00 PM.
• Did you watch me do the new
dance?
Neckwear made of
material that is worn
under a collar.
To fasten or secure
with a string or rope.
My father got a new tie for
his birthday.
• Please tie the trash up before
you take it outside.
• Can you tie your shoes?
• That tie looks good with your
shirt.
A two winged
insect.
To move through
the air by means
of wings or by
floating.
There is a fly in my soup.
• A fly landed on my nose.
• The book said, “Pigs can fly”.
• I like to fly kites after school.
An air tight
container that holds
beverages, or food.
The physical or
mental ability to do
something.
I drink soda in a can.
• Can you read chapter books?
• The chili came in a can.
• Can we go to your house on
Saturday?