The word 'bat' is spelled the same but holds different meanings. The 'bat' depicted in the left photo is utilised in the sport of cricket to strike the ball, while the right photo 'bat' refers to a ...

'Doctor! I think I’m shrinking. I’m getting smaller!' 'Well, first you will have to calm down and learn to be a little patient.' A question from Sokhom in Cambodia: What is the difference between a ...

For most of us, English is still a challenge. With all its irregularities, exceptions and rules, English is a very difficult language to master. With that in mind, rediff.com presents our English ...

For most of us, English is still a challenge. With all its irregularities, exceptions and rules, English is a very difficult language to master. With that in mind, rediff.com presents our English ...

The word “synonym” shows up in print about 18 times more often than the word “homonym,” according to Google’s Ngram Viewer. It’s nearly 13 times more popular than “antonym,” even though “antonym” ...

Two things make the study of homonyms important in English. When smartly handled, they add to the beauty of our compositions. But when homonyms are otherwise treated, they prove that their capacity to ...