IPA: /həˈmɒnɪmi/
KK: /hɑːˈmɒnəmi/
Definition: The state or quality of having the same name or spelling as another word but with a different meaning.
Example: In linguistics, homonymy can lead to confusion in understanding the intended meaning of a word.
IPA: /həˈmoʊfoʊb/
KK: /həˈmɒfəʊb/
Definition: A person who has negative feelings or attitudes towards homosexuals and homosexuality.
Example: The organization works to educate people about the harmful effects of being a homophobe.
IPA: /həʊməˈfəʊbɪə/
KK: /hoʊˈmoʊfobiə/
Definition: An irrational fear or dislike of people who are gay or lesbian, often leading to discrimination or prejudice against them.
Example: Homophobia can create a hostile environment for those who identify as LGBTQ+.
IPA: /həʊməˈfəʊbɪk/
KK: /hoʊˈmoʊfobɪk/
Definition: Describing someone who has a dislike or prejudice against people who are attracted to the same sex.
Example: The homophobic comments made during the debate were widely criticized.
IPA: /ˈhɒməˌfəʊn/
KK: /ˈhoʊməˌfoʊn/
Definition: A word that sounds the same as another word but has a different meaning and often a different spelling.
Example: The words 'to', 'two', and 'too' are examples of homophones.
IPA: /həˈmɒfənɪk/
KK: /həˈmɒfənɪk/
Definition: Describing something that has the same sound as another word or phrase, often used in music to refer to a single melody with accompaniment.
Example: The poem used homophonic elements to create a pleasing sound.
IPA: //həˈmɒfənəs//
KK: /hɑˈmɑfənəs/
Definition: Describing words that sound the same but have different meanings or spellings.
Example: The words 'pair' and 'pear' are homophonous, as they are pronounced the same way but have different meanings.
IPA: /həˈmɒfəni/
KK: /həˈmɒfəni/
Definition: The quality of having the same sound or pronunciation, often referring to words that sound alike but have different meanings.
Example: In English, the words 'bare' and 'bear' are an example of homophony.
IPA: /həʊˈmɒpəˌlɪmə/
KK: /hoʊˈmɒpəˌlɪmər/
Definition: A type of large molecule made by joining together many identical small units called monomers.
Example: Polyethylene is a common example of a homopolymer used in plastic bags.
IPA: /ˌhoʊmoʊˈsoʊʃəl/
KK: /hoʊmoʊˈsoʊʃəl/
Definition: Relating to social interactions or relationships between people of the same sex, particularly among men.
Example: The club was known for its homosocial environment, where men gathered to share interests and build friendships.
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