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homonym

noun

/ˈhɑː.mə.nɪm/

Meaning

A word that is spelled and pronounced like another word but has a different meaning.

The word 'bat' is a homonym because it can mean an animal or a sports tool.

same-sounding word, equivalent word, duplicate term

distinct word, unique word

common homonym, confusing homonym, classic homonym

a person aged between 13 and 19 years.

The tendency to increase consumption of goods and the importance given to consuming products.

a senior naval officer entitled to fly a flag to mark the command

a clear expression of something in speech or writing

A thing that provides resistance, delay, or obstruction to something or someone, an obstacle or impe...

the study of society, human relationships, and social institutions