Unit 8

each of two or more words with the same spelling or pronunciation that vary in meaning and origin

It's essential to consider context when deciphering the meaning of a homonym in a sentence.

(grammar) one of two or more words that are spelled the same but differ in meaning

The word lead is a homograph, as it can mean both a type of metal and to guide.

an animal that is large, has a tail and four legs, and we use for racing, pulling carriages, riding, etc.

A beautiful white horse grazed peacefully in the meadow.

having a rough, harsh, and weak voice, usually due to a sore throat or excessive use

After shouting at the concert all night, his voice was hoarse the next day.

having a rough or uneven surface or texture

The coarse fabric of the blanket was scratchy against her skin.

a series of lessons or lectures on a particular subject

He completed a photography course to enhance his camera skills.

a floating object anchored in a body of water, typically used for navigation, marking hazards, or for indicating the location of something such as a submarine cable

The sailors used the buoy to mark the safe entry point into the harbor.

someone who is a child and a male

This is my little brother; he's a playful boy.

a sum of money that is borrowed from a bank which should be returned with a certain rate of interest

She took out a loan to buy her first home, which she plans to repay over 30 years.

alone and without any companions

The film tells the story of a lone hero who takes on a quest alone.

a passage that is inside a house or building with rooms on both side

His shoes were lined up neatly in the hall.

to pull something or someone along the ground, usually with difficulty

The workers hauled the large crates across the warehouse floor to the loading dock.

a juicy small fruit with no pit, which grows on a bush

Dried berries are convenient and provide a satisfying chewy texture.

to put a dead person or animal beneath the ground

The family buries their beloved pet in the backyard.

a low-lying piece of land between hills or mountains, often with a river flowing through it

The village is nestled in a quiet vale surrounded by hills.

to conceal or obscure something, as if with a covering

A thin curtain was used to veil the room, allowing only dim light to filter through.

a document ordering the bank to pay a specific amount of money to someone

The seller issued a draft to the buyer, ensuring that the payment would be made upon delivery of the goods.

one of the round game pieces used in the board game of draughts, typically moved diagonally across the board to capture the opponent's pieces

to bend the head or move the upper half of the body forward to show respect or as a way of greeting

As the queen entered the room, the courtiers bowed deeply.

a major branch of a tree

The bird perched on the thickest bough of the tree.

acting in a way that is fair, righteous, and morally correct

A just ruler treats all citizens equally.