Figuring Out the Definition

How can a homograph be the same as a heterograph? And how can heterograph, which comes from roots meaning 'different writing,' be applied to a word that differs in every way except the way it is written?

Ivey, Keith C. Editorial Eye, The (1997). Articles>Language>Diction

Considering Culture-Bound Terminology

It is clear that the term blacklist, and the newer term whitelist, and yes, graylist, are not racist in origin. Nor are they used today with any connotation about race. But these terms are culture-bound and might present globalization issues. That is, the colors black and white are not globally perceived as negative and positive, respectively. In some cultures, the meaning is the opposite.

Kocher, Sue. Carolina Communique (2009). Articles>Language>Diction>Professionalism