What does polysemy mean?
The coexistence of multiple related or unrelated meanings of a word, often leading to ambiguity or multiple interpretations. This phenomenon can result in words with multiple senses or connotations.
Example
"The word 'bank' can be used to refer to both a financial institution and the side of a river, illustrating the concept of polysemy."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.