What part of speech is the word match?

The word "match" can be several parts of speech, depending on how it is used in a sentence:

* Noun: A small stick that is used to light a fire. "He used a match to light the candle."

* Noun: A person or thing that is equal to or similar to another. "They were a perfect match for each other."

* Noun: A game or competition. "The football match was exciting."

* Verb: To be equal or similar to something else. "This dress matches my shoes."

* Verb: To find someone or something that is suitable. "I need to match the right key to the lock."

To determine the part of speech, you need to consider the context of the sentence.