het·ero·nym
Noun: one of two
or more homographs [words that are spelled the same]
that differ in
pronunciation and meaning
(such as a bass voice and bass, a fish)
First Known Use:
circa 1889
58: resign
“I think I will resign right
now!”
He bellowed at his boss.
And so he did—but noticed soon
A quite substantial loss
In all his varied bank accounts.
“Oh, this is not so fine!”
He cried aloud—then cried again:
“I guess I will re-sign!”
The boss was not so willing, though—
He’d seen this stuff before.
So when that former employee
Came by, he slammed the door.
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