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Grandma used a needle to sew the button.
What does Needle mean?
A needle is a thin pointed object.
Dictionary definition
A thin pointed tool used for sewing, or a thin pointed leaf on some trees.
Example sentences
Needle in a sentence
medium
Pine trees have long green needles.
hard
The science guide compared broad leaves with needle-shaped leaves.
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Practice 1
What does needle mean?
A needle is thin and pointed, often used for sewing or found on some trees.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to needle?
A pin is another small pointed object.
Practice 3
Which sentence uses needle correctly?
Needle is commonly used in sewing and plant contexts.
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nee · dul · strongest beat: nee
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WordNeedle.
Partnoun.
MeaningNeedle means A needle is a thin pointed object.
ExampleExample: Grandma used a needle to sew the button.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- nee · dul
- Strongest beat
- nee
- Ending
- dul
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on nee.
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Synonyms
Words like Needle
pinUse for a small pointed object, especially for holding things.
pointUse for a sharp end or tip.
Antonyms
Opposite words
threadUsed with a sewing needle but not the same object.
blunt objectSomething without a sharp point.
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Word family
Needle word family
Base word
needle
noun
needles
More than one needle.
adjective
needlelike
Shaped like a needle.
verb
needled
Poked or teased, depending on context.
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Hint for students
A needle is a thin pointed object.
Common mix-up
Needle is not the same as thread. Needle means a needle is a thin pointed object.
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Read this model sentence: Pine trees have long green needles. Clue words: pine, trees, long. Underline clue words that show why needle fits instead of thread. Now write one new sentence that shows needle without using the word needle. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show needle?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "Pine trees have long green needles." Why does needle fit better than thread?
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