- two words are homonyms if they are pronounced or spelled the same way but have different meanings ...

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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 ...