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How many words are spelled the same but have different meanings?

There are thousands of words in the English language that are spelled the same but have different meanings. These are called homographs.

It's impossible to give an exact number, as new words are constantly being created and the meaning of existing words can evolve.

Here are some examples of homographs:

* Bat: A flying mammal and a piece of equipment used in baseball.

* Bow: To bend at the waist and a type of knot.

* Can: A metal container and to be able to.

* Fine: A payment for a crime and of high quality.

* Lead: A heavy metal and to guide.

These are just a few examples, and there are many more. To find more homographs, you can look up word lists online or in dictionaries.

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