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polysemy

Pronunciation: [ˌpɒlɪˈsiːmi]

Word

Learn how to use polysemy in a sentence: 3 audio examples across 1 meaning.

Context: “language”

(noun) the idea that one word can have multiple meanings. For example, the word 'bank' can mean the side of a river or a place to keep money.

Example

The word 'bat' is a good example of polysemy; it can refer to a flying mammal or a piece of sports equipment.

Example

There isn't much polysemy in the word 'dog' because it mostly means just one thing.

Example

Can you think of other examples of polysemy in the English language?

How to pronounce polysemy

Pronunciation: [ˌpɒlɪˈsiːmi]

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