Basic Details
Word: Fleece
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The woolly covering of a sheep; can also refer to a soft fabric made from this wool.
Synonyms: Wool, shear, coat
Antonyms: Skin, bare
Idioms and Phrases
- Pull the wool over someone's eyes: To deceive someone by hiding the truth. Example: "He tried to pull the wool over my eyes, but I found out the truth."
- Fleece the flock: To take advantage of a group of people for personal gain. Example: "The salesman tried to fleece the flock with his misleading claims."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The shepherd carefully sheared the fleece from the sheep in spring.
Example 2: She wore a warm fleece jacket to keep cozy during the chilly evening.
Example 3: The fleece blanket was so soft that it made snuggling on the sofa very enjoyable.
Fun Fact
Did you know that a single sheep can produce enough fleece to make several sweaters? Each fleece can weigh between two to ten kilograms!
Famous Quote
"A fleece of dreams is woven from hope and determination." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "fleece" mean?
a) A type of bird
b) The wooly covering of a sheep
c) A kind of tree
d) A tool for gardening
Answer: b) The wooly covering of a sheep
2. Which of these is a synonym for "fleece"?
a) Cotton
b) Wool
c) Silk
d) Nylon
Answer: b) Wool
3. What is the opposite of "fleece"?
a) N/A
b) Skin
c) Hood
d) Glove
Answer: b) Skin
4. Which sentence uses "fleece" correctly?
a) The fleece was heavy and difficult to carry.
b) The fleece suddenly jumped into the water.
c) She read a book about the fleece of the desert.
d) The fleece jumped during the dance.
Answer: a) The fleece was heavy and difficult to carry.
5. What does it mean to "pull the wool over someone's eyes"?
a) To cover someone’s eyes
b) To show someone a magic trick
c) To deceive someone
d) To tell a secret
Answer: c) To deceive someone
