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Understanding Homographs: Meanings and Pronunciations Explained

In this lesson, we explore homographs: words that share the same spelling but have different meanings and pronunciations. Examples include "wound," which can refer to the past tense of "wind" or an injury, and "buffet," which can mean both a meal service and a forceful hit. We also look at other homographs like "incense," "pawn," "intimate," "brash," and "moot," discussing their varied meanings. This lesson aims to enhance your vocabulary and understanding of the complexities of the English language.

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Understanding Homographs: Meanings and Pronunciations Explained

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  1. Word Study Lesson 7 Homograph- is a word that is spelled the same as another word but has a different meaning and sometimes a different pronunciation.

  2. Wound- is the past tense of wind, meaning “to wrap around.”

  3. Wound- is an injury

  4. Buffet- is a counter from which means are served.

  5. Buffet- is to strike forcefully.

  6. Incense- is a substance that burns with a strong odor.

  7. Incense- you anger another person.

  8. Pawn- is the lowest piece in a chess game.

  9. Pawn- you give something as a deposit or a loan.

  10. Intimate- means “a close association”

  11. Intimate- you give a hint.

  12. Brash- hasty in thought; Offensively bold

  13. Buff- an enthusiast; to polish with soft material

  14. Intemperate- excessive in behavior; unrestrained

  15. Interrogate- to question formally

  16. Moot- subject to debate; disputable; doubtful

  17. Pragmatic- practical; concerned with facts and observation rather than history

  18. Prestigious- esteemed widely; distinguished

  19. Prodigy- a person with extraordinary ability or talent

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