an important context clue in determining an appropriate definition for a particular word? is: a. the part of speech
The definition of a certain word would be different depending on where it located on the speech.
For example:
I saw him close the door. (1)
Timothy just close the deal. (2)
In sentence 1, the definition of the word 'close' refers to the act of shutting a barrier of entry. In sentence 2, the word refers to the act of finalizing a certain event or agreement.
