Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

Of all the words in the English language, which word has the most definitions?

  1. see

  2. set

  3. interest

  4. job
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Explanation

According to the Oxford English Dictionary, 'set' has the highest number of distinct definitions (over 430). This is because 'set' functions as a verb, noun, and adjective with multiple meanings in different contexts. 'Run' and 'go' also have many definitions.

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