PART A: A heteronym is a word having a different pronunciation and meaning as another word, but the same spelling. Sometimes the stress is on a different syllable and sometimes the stress remains the same, but only the pronunciation of the vowel changes.
Instruction: Using English Dictionary, write the definition for words in BOLD.
The treasure hunter discovered a valuable object (definition) in the tomb.
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Lawyers often object (definition) to questions during a trial.
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She is very close (definition) to finishing her essay for literature class.
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Please close (definition) the door and windows when you leave.
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The little girl wore a pretty pink bow (definition) in her hair.
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The dancers always bow (definition) after their performances.
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She must have been sad because I saw a tear (definition) on her cheek.
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Please be careful not to accidentally tear (definition) the paper.
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They had been lost in the desert (definition) for almost a week.
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The soldier decided to desert (definition) the army one day.
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