Basic Details
Word: Dog
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A domesticated animal that is often kept as a pet or used for work, known for being loyal and friendly.
Synonyms: Canine, hound
Antonyms: Cat, enemy
Idioms and Phrases
- Dog days: Refers to the hottest days of the year. Example: "The dog days of summer are here, and it's too hot to play outside."
- Barking up the wrong tree: To be mistaken about the reason for something or to pursue the wrong course of action. Example: "If you think I broke the toy, you're barking up the wrong tree; it was already broken."
Usage Examples
Example 1: My dog loves to chase after sticks in the park every evening.
Example 2: We adopted a puppy from the shelter, and he quickly became part of our family.
Example 3: The dog barked excitedly when he saw his owner return home from work.
Fun Fact
Did you know that dogs have been domesticated for over 15,000 years? They are known as "man's best friend" because of their loyalty and companionship!
Famous Quote
"The better I get to know men, the more I find myself loving dogs." Charles de Gaulle
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "dog" mean?
a) A type of bird
b) A domesticated animal known for loyalty
c) A kind of fish
d) A wild mammal
Answer: b) A domesticated animal known for loyalty
2. Which of these is a synonym of "dog"?
a) Feline
b) Canine
c) Rodent
d) Reptile
Answer: b) Canine
3. What is an antonym of "dog"?
a) Dog
b) Cat
c) Animal
d) Pet
Answer: b) Cat
4. Which sentence uses "dog" correctly?
a) The dog flew over the fence.
b) The dog wagged its tail when it saw me.
c) The dog sang a song.
d) The dog read a book.
Answer: b) The dog wagged its tail when it saw me.
5. What does it mean if someone is "barking up the wrong tree"?
a) They are in the correct place
b) They are confused about the situation
c) They are happy
d) They are barking
Answer: b) They are confused about the situation
