Basic Details
Word: Elephant
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A large mammal with a trunk, known for its intelligence and strong social bonds.
Synonyms: Jumbo, pachyderm
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- The elephant in the room: Refers to a big issue that everyone is aware of but avoids discussing. Example: "We all knew about the budget cuts, but it was the elephant in the room that no one wanted to address during the meeting."
- Like an elephant: Used to describe someone who has a very good memory. Example: "She remembers every detail from our trip, just like an elephant!"
Usage Examples
Example 1: The elephant sprayed water on itself to stay cool under the hot sun.
Example 2: During our visit to the safari park, we saw a baby elephant playing with its mother.
Example 3: Elephants are known to have strong family ties and often stay with their herd for life.
Fun Fact
Did you know that elephants can recognize themselves in a mirror? This capability shows their intelligence and self-awareness, which is unusual in the animal kingdom.
Famous Quote
"The elephant does not forget, and she remembers all the things that happened to her." - R.J. Palacio
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "elephant" mean?
a) A small bird
b) A large mammal with a trunk
c) A type of tree
d) A kind of fish
Answer: b) A large mammal with a trunk
2. Which of these is a synonym of "elephant"?
a) Tiger
b) Jumbo
c) Antelope
d) Fox
Answer: b) Jumbo
3. Which sentence uses "elephant" correctly?
a) The elephant can fly high in the sky.
b) The elephant trunk is very flexible and strong.
c) The elephant danced at the festival.
d) The elephant painted a beautiful picture.
Answer: b) The elephant trunk is very flexible and strong.
4. Which idiom refers to avoiding a big issue?
a) An elephant in the room
b) As busy as a bee
c) The early bird catches the worm
d) A fish out of water
Answer: a) An elephant in the room
5. What is the opposite of "elephant"?
a) N/A
b) Ant
c) Giraffe
d) Horse
Answer: a) N/A
