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Generally, we use the word “homonym” incorrectly, applying it too widely and covering lots of different linguistic terms. You’re doing it, but its probably not your fault. Most people were given the ...

The word “synonym” shows up in print about 18 times more often than the word “homonym,” according to Google’s Ngram Viewer. It’s nearly 13 times more popular than “antonym,” even though “antonym” ...

Do you know the difference between synonyms and homonyms? I don’t. And it’s not for lack of trying. I’ve read up on the subject multiple times. I’ve even reported what I’ve learned, writing here and ...

'Doctor! I think I’m shrinking. I’m getting smaller!' 'Well, first you will have to calm down and learn to be a little patient.' A question from Sokhom in Cambodia: What is the difference between a ...

Everyone knows what synonyms and antonyms are (and just in case you don't, synonyms are words that mean the same thing as another word, and antonyms are words that mean the opposite). But do you know ...

The word 'bat' is spelled the same but holds different meanings. The 'bat' depicted in the left photo is utilised in the sport of cricket to strike the ball, while the right photo 'bat' refers to a ...

China's popular social media platform Weibo is cracking down on the use of homonyms and deliberately misspelt words to evade the country's strict online censorship. The Twitter-like service said in a ...

Your batch of chocolate chip cookies won’t turn out very good if you think someone is telling you to add flower instead of flour. Homonyms—words ...