Basic Details
Word: Device
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A thing made or adapted for a particular purpose, especially a mechanical or electronic one.
Synonyms: Gadget, instrument, apparatus
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- In a pickle: To be in a difficult situation where a solution is hard to find. Example: "When the device stopped working during the presentation, he found himself in a pickle."
- A handy device: Refers to a tool or gadget that is very useful. Example: "Her smartphone is a handy device that helps her with her studies every day."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The new device can help students learn mathematics with interactive quizzes.
Example 2: My tablet is a very useful device for reading books and watching educational videos.
Example 3: They invented a device that can translate languages in real-time, making communication easier.
Fun Fact
The word "device" comes from the Latin word 'divisus,' which means 'to divide' or 'to separate.' This reflects how devices often have specific purposes or functions that separate them from one another.
Famous Quote
"The greatest inventions are those which are most useful to the greatest number of people." John Lubbock
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "device" mean?
a) A type of animal
b) A piece of clothing
c) A tool or instrument
d) A kind of food
Answer: c) A tool or instrument
2. Which of these is a synonym of "device"?
a) Vehicle
b) Instrument
c) Ingredient
d) Habit
Answer: b) Instrument
3. Which sentence uses "device" correctly?
a) The device ran very quickly.
b) The device is my favourite food.
c) The device helps students to learn better.
d) The device played with the dog.
Answer: c) The device helps students to learn better.
4. Which idiom refers to a device's usefulness?
a) In a pickle
b) A handy device
c) Cost an arm and a leg
d) Break the ice
Answer: b) A handy device
5. What is the opposite of "device"?
a) N/A
b) Robot
c) Sofa
d) Book
Answer: a) N/A
