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I checked my smile in the mirror.
What does Mirror mean?
A mirror reflects an image or copies something closely.
Dictionary definition
a shiny surface that reflects an image; also to show or copy something closely.
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Mirror in a sentence
medium
The calm lake can mirror the trees beside it.
hard
The character's actions mirror the lesson at the center of the story.
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What does mirror mean?
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Which word is closest in meaning to mirror?
Reflect is close in meaning to mirror in many contexts.
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mir · er · strongest beat: mir
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WordMirror.
Partnoun, verb.
MeaningMirror means A mirror reflects an image or copies something closely.
ExampleExample: I checked my smile in the mirror.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- mir · er
- Strongest beat
- mir
- Ending
- er
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on mir.
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Word family
Mirror word family
Base word
mirror
noun
mirrors
More than one reflective object.
verb
mirrored
Reflected or copied in the past.
verb
mirroring
Reflecting or copying now.
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Understand Mirror
Hint for students
A mirror is a smooth surface that shows a reflection.
Common mix-up
Mirror is not the same as window. A mirror shows your reflection; a window lets you see through to the other side.
Try it in class or at home
Write one sentence that shows mirror without using the word mirror. Example: Talia saw her own face in the shiny glass above the sink. Clue words: saw her own face, shiny glass Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show a surface that reflects an image?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "I looked in the mirror to fix my hair." Why does mirror fit better than window?
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