Compound Words Part 2

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Compound words are made when two smaller words join together to create a new word with a new meaning.

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Compound words are made when two smaller words join together to create a new word with a new meaning. For example, 'tooth' and 'brush' combine to form 'toothbrush.' Now, a toothbrush helps us clean our teeth! Compound words can be fun and help us understand new things.

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