Multiple Meaning Words
Tell me 2 definitions of the word bat
1) An animal with wings that lives in a cave and flies at night
2) a tool you use to hit a baseball or softball
Is it a simile or a metaphor?
Her hands were ice.
Metaphor
What does the idiom mean?
In one ear and out the other
Not listening
What does the idiom mean?
She was all ears
She was listening
Tell me 2 definitions of the word ruler
1) tool used to measure
2) a person who runs a country
Is it a simile or a metaphor?
The package was as light as a feather
Simile
What does the idiom mean?
She had a heart of gold
She is kind
What does the idiom mean?
She let the cat out of the bag
Tell me 2 definitions of the word wave
1) hand motion to say hi or bye
2) part of the ocean
Is it a simile or a metaphor?
Sam's eyes were as blue as the ocean
Simile
What does the idiom mean?
I am on top of the world
What does the idiom mean?
He is a couch potato
He is lazy
Tell me 2 definitions of the word glasses
1) tool you wear on your face to help you see
2) cups used for drinking
Is it a simile or a metaphor?
His hands were sandpaper.
Metaphor
What does the idiom mean?
Don't throw in the towl
Do not give up
What does the idiom mean?
She had a green thumb
She is a good gardener
Tell me 2 definitions of the word pitcher
1) a large glass used to pour drinks from
2) someone who throws a ball during baseball/softball/kickball
Is it a simile or a metaphor?
Her hair was a rat's nest.
Metaphor.
What does the idiom mean?
She had her head in the clouds
She was not paying attention
What does the idiom mean?
He had his foot in his mouth
He said something before thinking first