Homographs, American English -- Page 13
A Homograph are words that:
1. Are Spelled the Same 2. Are Pronounced the Same 3. But have two different meanings
168.
tag
We played tag with the children.
(child's game)
Put an ID tag on each suitcase.
(marker)
169.
well
She can play the piano well.
(satisfactory)
The water comes from a well.
(underground water)
170.
wave
A large wave knocked her down.
(ocean swell)
Wave good-bye to your mother.
(move your hand)
171.
watch
She had a new gold watch.
(timepiece)
Watch your children at all times.
(observe)
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