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Which word is an example of a homonym?

Bark (the sound of a dog or the outer covering of a tree)

A homonym is a word that sounds the same as another word but has a different meaning. The word "bark" exemplifies this concept perfectly, as it can refer to the sound a dog makes or to the outer covering of a tree. Each meaning is distinct, yet they share the same spelling and pronunciation, which is the hallmark of homonyms.

In contrast, the other words provided, such as "tree," "run," and "jump," do not demonstrate this duality in meaning. Each of them has a single, specific meaning and does not have another word that sounds the same but conveys a different concept. Thus, "bark" stands out as the only homonym in the list.

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