Basic Details
Word: Feather
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A soft, light, and flat part that grows on birds' bodies, helping them fly and keep warm.
Synonyms: Plume, quill, down
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Feather in one's cap: An achievement or accomplishment that is a source of pride. Example: "Winning the science fair was a feather in her cap this year."
- Light as a feather: Very light or not heavy at all. Example: "The paper airplane was so well made, it was as light as a feather."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The peacock displayed its beautiful feathers to attract the attention of the peahens.
Example 2: When I found a feather on the ground, I wondered where it had come from.
Example 3: The pillow was filled with soft feathers, making it very comfortable to sleep on.
Fun Fact
Did you know that feathers come in various types? There are contour feathers that cover the bird's body, down feathers that provide insulation, and flight feathers that help in flying!
Famous Quote
"A bird doesn't sing because it has an answer, it sings because it has a song." - Maya Angelou
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "feather" mean?
a) A type of tree
b) A part of a bird
c) A kind of flower
d) A piece of clothing
Answer: b) A part of a bird
2. Which of these is a synonym of "feather"?
a) Quill
b) Scale
c) Leaf
d) Fur
Answer: a) Quill
3. Which sentence uses "feather" correctly?
a) The feather floated gently to the ground.
b) The feather tasted sweet.
c) The feather sang a song.
d) The feather ran around the yard.
Answer: a) The feather floated gently to the ground.
4. Which idiom means an achievement?
a) Light as a feather
b) Feather in one's cap
c) Happy as a lark
d) As busy as a bee
Answer: b) Feather in one's cap
5. What is the opposite of "feather"?
a) N/A
b) Lead
c) Stone
d) Rock
Answer: a) N/A
