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What words begin with homo?

You're likely thinking of the prefix "homo-", which means "same" or "alike." Here are some words that begin with "homo-":

* Homogeneous: Of the same kind; alike.

* Homologous: Having the same relative position, structure, or origin.

* Homonym: A word that is spelled and pronounced the same as another word but has a different meaning.

* Homophone: A word that sounds the same as another word but has a different meaning and may be spelled differently.

* Homosexual: A person who is sexually attracted to people of the same sex.

It's important to use these words respectfully and avoid using "homo" as a derogatory term.

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