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Is leathes a homegraph or hononym?

"Leathes" is a homograph.

Here's why:

* Homograph: Words that are spelled the same but have different meanings and pronunciations.

* Homonym: Words that sound the same but have different meanings and may or may not be spelled the same.

"Leathes" can refer to:

* Leathes (surname): Pronounced /ˈliːθs/ (as in "lee-ths")

* The River Leathes: A river in Cumbria, England. Pronounced /ˈliːðs/ (as in "lee-ds")

Since the word "Leathes" has different pronunciations depending on its context, it fits the definition of a homograph.

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