Basic Details
Word: Envelope
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A flat, usually rectangular or square paper container used for enclosing a letter or document.
Synonyms: Wrapper, cover, casing
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Push the envelope: To go beyond the limits of what is normally done. Example: "The scientist is known for pushing the envelope with his innovative research methods."
- In the envelope: Referring to something that is directly related to the main topic or situation. Example: "The proposal was well within the envelope of our budget."
Usage Examples
Example 1: She carefully placed her card in the envelope and sealed it with a sticker.
Example 2: The postman delivered an envelope that contained exciting news from my friend.
Example 3: I decorated the envelope with colourful stickers before sending it off in the mail.
Fun Fact
The word "envelope" originates from the French word "enveloper," which means "to wrap" or "to cover." The modern envelope design we use today was popularised in the 19th century.
Famous Quote
"The envelope of your life is always changing; you must always change with it." John C. Maxwell
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "envelope" mean?
a) A type of food
b) A flat paper container for letters
c) A musical instrument
d) A kind of plant
Answer: b) A flat paper container for letters
2. Which of these is a synonym of "envelope"?
a) Wrapper
b) Bottle
c) Bag
d) Box
Answer: a) Wrapper
3. Which sentence uses "envelope" correctly?
a) The envelope flew away in the wind.
b) I ate the envelope with my lunch.
c) She painted the envelope blue before mailing it.
d) The envelope jumped on the table.
Answer: c) She painted the envelope blue before mailing it.
4. Which idiom means to go beyond normal limits?
a) In the envelope
b) Push the envelope
c) On the envelope
d) Under the envelope
Answer: b) Push the envelope
5. What is the opposite of "envelope"?
a) N/A
b) Paper
c) Document
d) Letter
Answer: a) N/A
