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In math class, we learned what whole means.
What does Whole mean?
Whole means complete amount.
Dictionary definition
Whole means the complete amount with no parts missing.
Example sentences
Whole in a sentence
medium
The worksheet used whole in directions so we could solve the problem correctly.
hard
Using whole precisely helped explain our reasoning without doing long calculations.
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Commonly confused words
Whole or hole?
Compare the meanings, then choose a word for each new sentence.
Whole
Complete, with no part missing.
In a sentence We read the whole story.
Hole
An opening or hollow space.
In a sentence There is a hole in my sock.
Spot the difference Whole means complete. Hole means an opening or hollow space.
Which word fits?
Choose whole or hole for each blank. Say your answer, then check why it fits.
1The ___ class joined the song, with nobody left out.
Check answer 1
whole — The sentence includes every member of the class.
2The rabbit disappeared into a ___ in the ground.
Check answer 2
hole — The sentence names an opening.
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Question 1 of 3
Practice 1
What does whole mean?
The correct meaning is: Whole means complete amount.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to whole?
Complete is close in meaning to whole in this context.
Practice 3
Which word or phrase is a useful contrast for whole?
Part contrasts with whole in this dictionary entry.
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WordWhole.
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MeaningWhole means complete amount.
ExampleExample: In math class, we learned what whole means.
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Synonyms
Words like Whole
completeRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
entire amountRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
full setRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
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Word family
Whole word family
Base word
whole
adverb
wholly
Completely.
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Hint for students
Whole means complete amount.
Common mix-up
Whole means complete. It is different from a part or fraction.
Try it in class or at home
Write one sentence that shows whole without using the word whole. Then underline clue words that show complete amount. Example: The worksheet used whole in directions so we could solve the problem correctly. Clue words: worksheet, used, directions, could, solve Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show complete amount?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The worksheet used whole in directions so we could solve the problem correctly." Why does whole fit better than part?
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