A compound word is composed of two or more simple words into which it may be divided, each retaining its own meaning.
A derivative word is one which is derived from a simple word by the addition of another syllable.
In next week's lesson we will take up the study of these derivatives.
Divide the compound words in this week's lesson into the simple words of which they are composed.
Monday
- Birthday
- Coal-tar
- Craftsman
- Foreman
- Gunpowder
Tuesday
- Handkerchief
- Headquarters
- Lawsuit
- Lockout
- Bookkeeper
Wednesday
- Motorman
- Newspaper
- Pasteboard
- Postage-stamp
- Postmaster