Basic Details
Word: Blouse
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A loose-fitting top worn by women and girls, usually made from fabric.
Synonyms: Top, shirt, tunic
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Fit to bursting: To be very full or overflowing. Example: "Her wardrobe was fit to bursting with beautiful blouses."
- All dressed up and nowhere to go: To be dressed very nicely without any place to go. Example: "She put on her fancy blouse but felt all dressed up and nowhere to go."
Usage Examples
Example 1: She wore a lovely floral blouse that brightened up her look.
Example 2: At the party, many guests complimented her on her stylish blouse.
Example 3: The boutique had a sale on blouses, and she couldn't resist buying two more.
Fun Fact
The word "blouse" comes from the French term for a loose-fitting shirt and was originally used to describe the attire of working men in the 19th century. It became popular for women in the early 20th century.
Famous Quote
"Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. Fashion is in the sky, in the street, fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening." – Coco Chanel
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "blouse" mean?
a) A type of dress
b) A loose-fitting women's top
c) A pair of trousers
d) A jacket
Answer: b) A loose-fitting women's top
2. Which of these is a synonym of "blouse"?
a) Tunic
b) Shorts
c) Skirt
d) Gown
Answer: a) Tunic
3. Which sentence uses "blouse" correctly?
a) He wore a blouse to the party.
b) She chose a blue blouse for the event.
c) The blouse flew in the wind.
d) The blouse is running outside.
Answer: b) She chose a blue blouse for the event.
4. Which idiom means being very full?
a) All dressed up and nowhere to go
b) Fit to bursting
c) Under the weather
d) Burn the midnight oil
Answer: b) Fit to bursting
5. What is the opposite of "blouse"?
a) N/A
b) Hat
c) Tie
d) Necklace
Answer: a) N/A
