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Using a Dictionary: Definitions and Parts of Speech
The dictionary lists the part of speech of each entry word. But did you know that many words may be used as more than one part of speech?
Use a dictionary to help you answer each question.
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noun: names a person, place, or thing. The abbreviation n. stands for noun. verb: shows action. The abbreviation v. stands for verb. adjective: describes a noun. The abbreviation adj. stands for adjective.
1.What is a verb definition of the word finger? _______________________________
2.What part of speech is the word muggy, and what does the word mean?
3.Can the word dog be used as a verb? ________ If so, what is its meaning?
4.Can the word cider be used as a verb? ________ If so, what is its meaning?
5.What is an adjective definition of the word blind?
6.What is a noun definition of blind?
