Dictionary Skills

Using a Dictionary Watch the video before answering the questions. How do you use a dictionary? On each page, there are tools to help you find your word: - GUIDE WORDS (at the top of the page) to tell you what words can be found on that page. - Boldprintto distinguish the wordfrom the definition - Pronunciation guides \gid\ to help you say the word correctly - Parts of speech in italics - Definition: what the word means, other ways to use it What are the guide words on the page above? What part of speech is "lighthouse"? Look closely at this definition of the word "luxury" and answer the following questions. How many definitions does "luxury" have? What part of speech is the word "luxury"? Write an original sentence using the word "luxury" correctly. You should ALWAYS consider using a dictionary when taking a test. True False Sometimes