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POLYSEMOUS WORD

(noun)

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Polysemous Word.

Polysemous Word - as a noun

A word having more than one meaning

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
polysemantpolysemantic word

Example Sentences

"A polysemous word can have multiple meanings depending on the context."
"The word 'bank' is a polysemous word, as it can refer to a financial institution or the edge of a river."
"The term 'crane' is a polysemous word, with meanings ranging from a bird species to a type of machinery."
"In linguistics, polysemous words are fascinating to study due to their semantic nuances."
"The polysemous word 'light' can represent illumination or a lack of weight."
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