Definition & Meaning of "homophone"in English

Homophone

(grammar) one of two or more words with the same pronunciation that differ in meaning, spelling or origin

Grammatical Information

Animacy status

Abstract

Composition

Compound

Countable

singular

not gender specific

Plural form

homophones

Examples

The homophones "piece" and "peace" are frequently confused by new English learners.

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