MULTIPLE MEANING WORDS What are Words with Multiple Meanings? Words with multiple meanings are words with more than one meaning. Use context clues, or the other words in the sentence, to figure out the meanings of words with multiple meanings. Examples The word bark can mean: 1. to make a noise, or 2. the surface of a tree trunk. The word slip can mean: 1. to slide, or 2. a piece of paper. The word pant can mean: 1. to gasp for air, or 2. a covering for the lower body. Did you notice that the first meaning of each of the words is a verb and the second meaning is a noun? Try This! Choose the correct answer. 1] Do not slip on the waxed floor. a] piece of paper b] a pretty flower c] slide d] use the computer 2] Logan gave the permission slip to his teacher. a] piece of paper b] a pretty flower c] slide d] use the computer © Copyright NewPath Learning. All Rights Reserved. Permission is granted for the purchaser to print copies for non-commercial educational purposes only. Visit us at www.NewPathLearning.com.