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What kind of context clue provides the meaning word directly in Sentence?

The type of context clue that provides the meaning of a word directly in a sentence is called a definition clue.

Here's how it works:

* The unknown word is often followed by words like "is," "means," "or," "that is," or "in other words."

* The definition of the unknown word is provided immediately after these signal words.

Here's an example:

"The omnivore, *meaning an animal that eats both plants and animals*, is a common sight in many ecosystems."

In this sentence, the word "omnivore" is directly defined as "an animal that eats both plants and animals." This is a clear example of a definition clue.

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