Join the two 'unknown' words together,

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In summary, joining two unknown words together is done to create a new word with a specific meaning. The decision to join two words together is based on their semantic relationship and how well they fit together. This is different from creating a compound word, which results in a word with a completely different meaning. While any two words can technically be joined together, it is important to consider their semantics and potential connotations. Examples of words that have been joined together include "brunch," "motel," and "infomercial," which have become widely used in the English language.
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The first three words have an 'unknown' common word that can go in front of or behind to make a new word. The same for the last three words. Join the two 'unknown' words together, to make a compound word, and they will make the mystery word.

(fly - emerald - house) + (holding - holy - low) =
 
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What is the purpose of joining two unknown words together?

The purpose of joining two unknown words together is to create a new word that has a specific meaning or connotation. This can be useful in expanding vocabulary or creating new terms for specific concepts.

How do you determine which two words to join together?

The decision to join two words together is based on their semantic relationship and how well they fit together to create a new meaning. This can involve looking at the root meanings of the words and how they can be combined to form a new concept.

What is the difference between joining two words together and creating a compound word?

Joining two words together involves combining two separate words to create a new meaning, while a compound word is formed by combining two separate words to create a word with a different meaning. In joining two words together, the individual meanings of the words may still be present in the new word, whereas a compound word takes on a completely different meaning.

Can any two words be joined together?

Technically, any two words can be joined together, but the resulting word may not always make sense or have a clear meaning. It is important to carefully consider the semantics and potential connotations of the words before joining them together.

What are some examples of words that have been joined together?

Examples of words that have been joined together include "brunch" (breakfast + lunch), "motel" (motor + hotel), and "infomercial" (information + commercial). These words have become widely used and accepted in the English language.

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