Basic Details
Word: Blubber
Part of Speech: Noun (can also be a verb)
Meaning: Thick layer of fat under the skin of marine mammals, such as whales. As a verb, it means to cry or sob uncontrollably.
Synonyms: Fat, grease, lard
Antonyms: Muscle, lean
Idioms and Phrases
- Blubber like a baby: To cry very loudly and without restraint. Example: "When she lost her favourite toy, she began to blubber like a baby."
- Not worth a blubber: To indicate something is insignificant or unimportant. Example: "That old comic book is not worth a blubber, I've seen better ones."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The whale's blubber helps it stay warm in icy waters.
Example 2: During the sad movie, he couldnt help but blubber at the emotional scenes.
Example 3: The scientists studied the blubber of seals to learn more about their health.
Fun Fact
Blubber not only keeps marine animals warm, but it also serves as an energy reserve, helping them survive when food is scarce.
Famous Quote
"Tears are the blubber of the soul." Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "blubber" mean in the context of marine life?
a) A type of fish
b) A kind of seaweed
c) A thick layer of fat
d) A type of coral
Answer: c) A thick layer of fat
2. Which of these is a synonym of "blubber" when referring to fat?
a) Protein
b) Muscle
c) Lard
d) Vinegar
Answer: c) Lard
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "blubber" when referring to body composition?
a) Big
b) Lean
c) Round
d) Thick
Answer: b) Lean
4. Which sentence uses "blubber" correctly as a verb?
a) He decided to blubber the fish.
b) The child began to blubber after falling down.
c) The blubber was melting in the sun.
d) She blubbered the cake before serving.
Answer: b) The child began to blubber after falling down.
5. Which idiom means to cry loudly?
a) Not worth a blubber
b) Blubber like a baby
c) As cool as a cucumber
d) All bark and no bite
Answer: b) Blubber like a baby
