Definitions

1. adjective

Having the same name or sound as another word or word part, especially in the context of language or linguistics.

“The doctor explained that the two homonymous words had different meanings, despite their similar sounds.”

2. noun

Words or phrases that are pronounced the same but have different meanings or are spelled differently.

“The linguist studied the homonymous words in the ancient language, trying to decipher their meanings.”

3. noun

In anatomy, a pair of nerves or blood vessels with the same name but different functions.

“The surgeon carefully examined the homonymous nerves in the patient’s brain.”