Basic Details
Word: Enclosure
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: An area that is surrounded by something, often to keep things inside or to protect them.
Synonyms: Fence, barrier, confinement
Antonyms: Openness, space, freedom
Idioms and Phrases
- Behind closed doors: Refers to private or secretive discussions or actions. Example: "The important meeting was held behind closed doors to keep the details confidential."
- Keep in the loop: To be informed and involved in matters as they develop. Example: "I will keep you in the loop about our project and any changes we make."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The dog was kept in a secure enclosure while the children played nearby.
Example 2: The zoo has various animal enclosures with information about each species displayed.
Example 3: The farmer built an enclosure for his sheep to protect them from predators at night.
Fun Fact
Did you know that enclosures have been used since ancient times? They were often built by farmers and ranchers to protect their livestock from wild animals and to keep crops safe from pests.
Famous Quote
"The point of having a fence is to create a sense of space and enclosure." John O'Donohue
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "enclosure" mean?
a) An open field
b) A surrounding area
c) A type of footwear
d) A cooking method
Answer: b) A surrounding area
2. Which of these is a synonym of "enclosure"?
a) River
b) Fence
c) Tree
d) Cloud
Answer: b) Fence
3. Which of these is an antonym of "enclosure"?
a) Space
b) Barrier
c) Confinement
d) Wall
Answer: a) Space
4. Which sentence uses "enclosure" correctly?
a) The enclosure allowed the children to play freely.
b) The enclosure sang a beautiful song.
c) The enclosure flew high in the sky.
d) The enclosure baked a cake for the party.
Answer: a) The enclosure allowed the children to play freely.
5. Which idiom suggests an area kept private or secret?
a) Keep in the loop
b) Behind closed doors
c) Open book
d) All in good time
Answer: b) Behind closed doors
