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Homonymy

Definition: Homonymy refers to the occurrence of words that have the same pronunciation or spelling but differ in meaning.

Examples:

  1. Noun: "Bank" can refer to a financial institution or the side of a river.
  2. Noun: "Bat" can represent a flying mammal or a sports equipment used in baseball.
  3. Adjective: "Tear" can describe the act of ripping or crying.
  4. Verb: "Bear" can mean to endure or carry, as well as refer to the animal.

Sample Sentences:

  1. The English language has numerous examples of homonymy, making it challenging for non-native speakers.
  2. When comparing the words "bare" and "bear," it is evident how homonymy can lead to confusion.
  3. In a sentence like, "I saw a bat hanging from the tree," the interpretation depends on the context to differentiate between the animal and the sports equipment.
  4. The homonymy of the terms "to" and "too" often causes grammatical errors if not used appropriately.

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