Multiple Meaning Matcher

Match the meaning on the left with the meaning on the right that both define the same homograph.

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1. To wipe something, often metal or wood, until it shinesA. The nationality of someone from a certain European country
2. Long, sharp objects that are hammered into the groundB. A direction towards the ground
3. The past tense of wrapping a piece of string around somethingC. Money, or anything else, that is being gambled
4. To take advantage of somethingD. An adventure
5. The feathers of a young bird E. A serious injury

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Here are the five words, but not in any particular order!

  • Polish
  • down
  • stakes
  • exploit
  • wound