Basic Details
Word: Blueberry
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A small, round fruit that is dark blue or purple, sweet to taste, and grows on bushes.
Synonyms: Bilberry, Vaccinium
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Blueberry eyes: Used to describe someone with striking or unusual blue eyes. Example: "She was known for her blueberry eyes that captivated everyone."
- Feeling blue: To feel sad or downhearted. Example: "He was feeling blue after losing his favourite toy, but a bowl of blueberries cheered him up."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The blueberry bush in my garden is full of ripe fruits, ready for picking.
Example 2: Adding blueberries to your breakfast cereal can make it both tasty and healthy.
Example 3: The blueberry jam we made last summer is still a favourite in our family.
Fun Fact
Did you know that blueberries are not only delicious but are also considered a superfood? They are packed with antioxidants and vitamins, making them great for your health!
Famous Quote
"Let us be grateful to people who make us happy; they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom." - Marcel Proust. (Blueberries can be a part of bringing joy and happiness to our meals!)
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "blueberry" refer to?
a) A type of bird
b) A small, sweet fruit
c) A kind of tree
d) A variety of flower
Answer: b) A small, sweet fruit
2. Which of these is a synonym of "blueberry"?
a) Raspberry
b) Bilberry
c) Strawberry
d) Cherry
Answer: b) Bilberry
3. Which sentence uses "blueberry" correctly?
a) The blueberry swam in the river.
b) He picked a blueberry from the bush and ate it.
c) The blueberry danced at the festival.
d) The blueberry flew in the sky.
Answer: b) He picked a blueberry from the bush and ate it.
4. Which idiom relates to a feeling of sadness?
a) Feeling blue
b) Blueberry eyes
c) Blue as the sky
d) In the blue
Answer: a) Feeling blue
5. What is the opposite of "blueberry"?
a) N/A
b) Apple
c) Orange
d) Grape
Answer: a) N/A
