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(C) Nouns with one meaning in singular and another in plural.
Singular Plural
Abuse means wrong use. Abuses means unjust practices.
Air means atmosphere. Airs means throwing weight around.
Content means substance or a Contents means the things that are
state of peaceful happiness. contained in something.
Water means a liquid. Waters means sea/ocean.
Quarter means one fourth. Quarters means residence.
Iron means metal or press. Irons means fetters/chains.
Good means benefit. Goods means consignment of things.
(D) Nouns plural in form but singular in sense: news, shambles, billiards, mumps,
etc.
Practice Time 3
A. Underline the abstract nouns in the following sentences and then use them in
sentences of your own.
1. The growth of a plant depends on the soil.
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2. The soldiers were rewarded for their bravery.
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3. Birbal was famous for his wisdom.
Nouns 4. He felt a sudden pain in his knees.
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5. The best gift of life is friendship.
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