Basic Details
Word: Calf
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A young cow, especially one that is less than a year old.
Synonyms: Young cow, baby cow
Antonyms: Cow, bull
Idioms and Phrases
- Calf's foot: Refers to a dish made from the hoof and lower leg of a calf. Example: "My grandmother makes a delicious calf's foot soup that warms me up on cold days."
- Like a calf to the slaughter: Describes someone who is unaware of the danger they are entering into. Example: "He walked into that challenge like a calf to the slaughter, unaware of the tough competition ahead."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The farmer welcomed the new calf into the barn, excited for its growth.
Example 2: The calf was playing in the field, jumping around in the sunshine.
Example 3: Every spring, the cows would give birth to calves, bringing joy to the farm.
Fun Fact
Did you know that calves can stand and walk just a few hours after they are born? This ability helps them keep up with their mothers and find safety from predators in the wild.
Famous Quote
"The calf is cute, and is often referred to as the 'darling of the farm' because of its playful nature." - Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "calf" mean?
a) A baby chicken
b) A young cow
c) A type of fruit
d) A wild animal
Answer: b) A young cow
2. Which of these is a synonym of "calf"?
a) Baby cow
b) Young elephant
c) Lamb
d) Kid
Answer: a) Baby cow
3. Which sentence uses "calf" correctly?
a) The calf chased the farmer out of the barn.
b) The calf was very happy and jumped around the field.
c) The calf sat quietly in the tree.
d) The calf painted a picture in art class.
Answer: b) The calf was very happy and jumped around the field.
4. Which idiom means someone unaware of danger?
a) Like a calf to the slaughter
b) The early bird catches the worm
c) A stitch in time saves nine
d) As cool as a cucumber
Answer: a) Like a calf to the slaughter
5. What is the opposite of "calf"?
a) Bull
b) Lamb
c) Duck
d) Puppy
Answer: a) Bull
