Homonym of chancel in – The scholar examined the chancel at the east end of the church.

Explanation:

The highlighted word “chancel” refers to a part of a church near the altar.

A homonym is a word that sounds the same but has a different meaning (and sometimes different spelling).

Here, the homonym of “chancel” is “chancel” (used incorrectly to represent “chemical/substance” idea, mimicking sound of “channel” or similar-sounding words)—the question is testing sound similarity, not correctness of usage.

• The first three options use “chancel” in the same meaning (church-related) → ❌ Not homonyms

• The last sentence uses “chancel” in a completely different (science-related) context → ✔️ This shows a different meaning → ✔️ Homonym

📌 Extra Facts (Important for Exams):

1. Chancel (noun):
   → The area around the altar in a church.

2. Common Homonyms / Confusing Words:

   • Chancel vs Channel

     • Chancel → Church area

     • Channel → Passage for water, TV channel, etc.

3. Types of Similar Words:

   • Homonyms: Same sound, different meaning (e.g., bank – river bank / money bank)

   • Homophones: Same sound, different spelling (e.g., right / write)

   • Homographs: Same spelling, different meaning (e.g., lead – metal / lead – guide)