Basic Details
Word: Elephant
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A large grey animal with big ears and a trunk, often found in Africa and Asia.
Synonyms: Jumbo, pachyderm
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- The elephant in the room: A big problem or issue that everyone is aware of but no one wants to talk about. Example: "At the meeting, we all knew about the budget cuts; it was the elephant in the room."
- To have a memory like an elephant: To have a very good memory. Example: "My grandmother has a memory like an elephant; she can remember every detail from her childhood."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The elephant waved its trunk to greet the visitors at the zoo.
Example 2: In the wild, elephants travel in herds, protecting each other from danger.
Example 3: We learned that elephants can communicate with each other using low-frequency sounds that humans cannot hear.
Fun Fact
Did you know that elephants can weigh between 4,500 and 6,800 kg, making them one of the heaviest land animals on Earth? They are also known for their intelligence and social behaviours.
Famous Quote
"The elephant is the only animal that never forgets." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "elephant" mean?
a) A small bird
b) A large grey animal
c) A type of tree
d) A aquatic creature
Answer: b) A large grey animal
2. Which of these is a synonym of "elephant"?
a) Giraffe
b) Jumbo
c) Tiger
d) Monkey
Answer: b) Jumbo
3. Which sentence uses "elephant" correctly?
a) The elephant flew to the moon.
b) The elephant marched proudly through the savanna.
c) The elephant played with the ball like a puppy.
d) The elephant booked a hotel for its vacation.
Answer: b) The elephant marched proudly through the savanna.
4. Which idiom means acknowledging a major issue that is not being discussed?
a) To have a memory like an elephant
b) The elephant in the room
c) As strong as an ox
d) Busy as a bee
Answer: b) The elephant in the room
5. What is the opposite of "elephant"?
a) N/A
b) Mouse
c) Cat
d) Dog
Answer: a) N/A
