Basic Details
Word: Castle
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A large, strong building that was built in the past, often with tall walls and towers, where kings and queens lived.
Synonyms: Fortress, stronghold, palace
Antonyms: Hut, cottage, shack
Idioms and Phrases
- Build a castle in the air: To have dreams or plans that are unrealistic or unlikely to happen. Example: "He always talks about becoming a famous actor, but it's just building a castle in the air."
- Every man to his castle: A saying that means everyone has a right to protect their home and personal space. Example: "Though they may argue sometimes, everyone respects that every man to his castle."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The castle on the hill looked magnificent against the sunset, with its tall towers reaching for the sky.
Example 2: During our school trip, we explored an ancient castle that was once home to kings.
Example 3: In the story, the brave knight rode to rescue the princess trapped in the castle.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "castle" comes from the Latin word "castellum," which means "fortified place"? Castles were built not only as homes but also as defensive structures against attacks!
Famous Quote
"A man's house is his castle." - Edward Coke
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "castle" mean?
a) A type of garden
b) A large building from the past
c) A small farm
d) A kind of tree
Answer: b) A large building from the past
2. Which of these is a synonym of "castle"?
a) Hut
b) Fortress
c) Garage
d) Cabin
Answer: b) Fortress
3. Which word is the opposite of "castle"?
a) Palace
b) Shack
c) Stronghold
d) Citadel
Answer: b) Shack
4. Which sentence uses "castle" correctly?
a) The castle was made of ice and could melt away.
b) The castle sailed across the ocean.
c) They explored the castle that stood for hundreds of years.
d) The castle sang beautifully in the morning.
Answer: c) They explored the castle that stood for hundreds of years.
5. Which idiom means to have unrealistic dreams?
a) Build a castle in the air
b) Every man to his castle
c) A bird in the hand
d) Hit the nail on the head
Answer: a) Build a castle in the air
