SSC CPO 2025 PYQ — Question 190

SSC CPO - 9 Dec 2025 - Shift 2 • English • Q190

Select the sentence containing the homonym of the highlighted word:
The conservator repaired the fillet on the old manuscript binding.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

In the original sentence, “fillet” refers to a decorative band or binding in bookbinding.

A homonym must have the same spelling but a different meaning.

In option A, “fillet” means a slice of boneless fish, which is a completely different meaning.

Other options:

B, C, D → all relate to bookbinding or decoration, same meaning as the original word.

Hindi Meaning:

Fillet (original) = सजावटी पट्टी (binding decoration)

Fillet (A) = मछली का टुकड़ा