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What word describes a word that has multiple meanings based upon how it is pronounced, e.g. minute (as in 60 seconds) or minute (as in very small)?

  1. Homograph

  2. Homophone

  3. Homophobe

  4. Homotype
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Explanation

A homograph is a word that has the same spelling but different meanings and pronunciations. 'Minute' (60 seconds) and 'minute' (very small) are perfect examples - same spelling, different pronunciations and meanings.

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