Basic Details
Word: Crocodile
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A large reptile that lives in water and has a long snout with sharp teeth.
Synonyms: Alligator, caiman, gharial
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- See you later, alligator: A playful way to say goodbye. Example: "I have to go home now, see you later, alligator!"
- Crocodile tears: To pretend to be sad when you are not. Example: "He shed crocodile tears when he knew he had failed, but he didn't really care."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The crocodile sunbathed on the riverbank, waiting patiently for its next meal.
Example 2: In the zoo, we watched the crocodile swim gracefully through the water.
Example 3: The documentary showed how crocodiles hunt for fish in the wild with incredible speed.
Fun Fact
Did you know that crocodiles have been around for more than 200 million years? They are one of the oldest living species on Earth!
Famous Quote
"The crocodiles and the elephants will always be there, as they were when the world was young." - David Attenborough
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "crocodile" mean?
a) A type of fish
b) A large reptile that lives in water
c) A small mammal
d) A kind of bird
Answer: b) A large reptile that lives in water
2. Which of these is a synonym of "crocodile"?
a) Kangaroo
b) Alligator
c) Penguin
d) Zebra
Answer: b) Alligator
3. Which sentence uses "crocodile" correctly?
a) The crocodile danced at the party.
b) The crocodile enjoyed the sunshine while floating on the water.
c) The crocodile played with a ball.
d) The crocodile read a book.
Answer: b) The crocodile enjoyed the sunshine while floating on the water.
4. Which idiom means to pretend to be sad?
a) See you later, alligator
b) Crocodile tears
c) A wolf in sheep's clothing
d) As brave as a lion
Answer: b) Crocodile tears
5. What is the opposite of "crocodile"?
a) N/A
b) Owl
c) Elephant
d) Frog
Answer: a) N/A
