Homonyms- Pack (As a Noun and Verb)

1.    (verb) – put into

Ø     Kent sure travels light! He’s going away for two weeks but all he’s     packed is a small suitcase.

Ø     We were shocked to hear that Tim just packed his bags and walked out on (= left) his wife and children.

Ø     Nick’s mom always packs a small lunch box for him to take to        school every morning.

2.    (verb) – fill

Ø     Tennis fans packed the stadium to watch the men’s finals                 yesterday evening.

Ø     I always try to avoid taking the subway during peak hours as it’s       always packed with people.

3.    (noun) – group

Ø     It’s very common to see wolves travelling in packs.

Ø     Poor John was chased by a pack of dogs as he was walking to the     park.

Ø     A pack of journalists/reporters were eagerly waiting for the             president outside the White House this morning.

4.    (noun) – container

Ø     William can’t seem to remember where he left his pack of                 cigarettes.