Basic Details
Word: Brass
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A yellowish metal made mostly of copper and zinc, often used to make musical instruments and decorative items.
Synonyms: Alloy, metal
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- To have a brass neck: To be very bold or cheeky, especially in a way that shocks others. Example: "He had a brass neck to ask for a raise after being late so many times."
- Brass tacks: Getting down to the important details of a matter. Example: "Let's get down to brass tacks and discuss the project's main goals."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The musician played a beautiful piece on the brass trumpet, filling the room with lovely sounds.
Example 2: Brass fittings on the door added a touch of elegance to the old wooden entrance.
Example 3: The marching band was full of brass instruments, shining brightly in the sunlight during the parade.
Fun Fact
Did you know that brass has been used for thousands of years? The ancient Egyptians made decorative items from brass as far back as 3,000 years ago!
Famous Quote
"In music, as in life, there are no brass instruments without the passion of the musician." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "brass" refer to?
a) A type of fabric
b) A yellowish metal
c) A kind of food
d) A type of plant
Answer: b) A yellowish metal
2. Which of these is a synonym of "brass"?
a) Iron
b) Alloy
c) Wood
d) Glass
Answer: b) Alloy
3. Which sentence uses "brass" correctly?
a) The brass statue shone brightly in the sun.
b) I read a brass book yesterday.
c) The brass cooked dinner for everyone.
d) The brass ran down the street.
Answer: a) The brass statue shone brightly in the sun.
4. Which idiom means to be bold and shameless?
a) To have a brass neck
b) Brass tacks
c) A silver lining
d) A penny for your thoughts
Answer: a) To have a brass neck
5. What is the opposite of "brass"?
a) N/A
b) Gold
c) Wood
d) Plastic
Answer: a) N/A
