What Is A Homonym?

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Simple Definition:

Homonyms are words that either sound the same, or are spelled the same, but have different meanings.

Examples:

  • “Bat” can mean a wooden stick used in sports or a flying mammal. [A bat used in sports or a flying animal]
  • “Bank” can mean a financial institution or the side of a river. [A place where you keep your money or the side of a river]

Very Simple Definition:

Homonyms are words that sound the same (or are written the same way) but mean different things.

Examples:

  • “Bat” can mean a sports tool or a type of animal.
  • “Bank” can mean a place where you keep your money or the side of a river.

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