Select the sentence containing the homonym of the highlighted word:
He put the fish on the hook and threw it into the water.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
A homonym is a word that is spelled and pronounced the same as another word but has a different meaning.
The highlighted word 'hook' in the original sentence refers to a curved piece of metal used for catching fish.
Options A, B, and D all use 'hook' to mean a curved device for catching, hanging, or fastening something, which is the same meaning as the original sentence.
Option C uses 'hook' to refer to a specific type of punch in boxing, which is a different meaning, making it the homonym.