Basic Details
Word: Elephant
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A large animal with a trunk and tusks, found in Africa and Asia.
Synonyms: Jumbo, pachyderm
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Elephant in the room: A significant problem or issue that is obvious but people avoid discussing. Example: "Everyone was talking about the party, but no one mentioned the elephant in the roomhow the last one was a disaster."
- White elephant: A possession that is expensive to maintain but has little value. Example: "That old car turned out to be a white elephant; it costs more to fix than it's worth."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The elephant swung its trunk playfully while spraying water all over the visitors at the zoo.
Example 2: In Africa, elephants are known for their strong social bonds and intelligence.
Example 3: The documentary featured a group of elephants migrating across the savannah in search of food and water.
Fun Fact
Did you know that elephants are the largest land animals on Earth? They can weigh up to 6,000 kilograms and are known for their remarkable memories!
Famous Quote
"The elephant in the room is not a metaphor; its a reality that we need to address." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "elephant" mean?
a) A large desert animal
b) A small rodent
c) A large animal with a trunk
d) A type of tree
Answer: c) A large animal with a trunk
2. Which of these is a synonym of "elephant"?
a) Cat
b) Jumbo
c) Eagle
d) Tiger
Answer: b) Jumbo
3. Which sentence uses "elephant" correctly?
a) The elephant danced at the party.
b) The elephant ate a huge meal of hay.
c) The elephant jumped over the fence.
d) The elephant flew through the sky.
Answer: b) The elephant ate a huge meal of hay.
4. Which idiom refers to an obvious problem?
a) White elephant
b) Elephant in the room
c) As busy as a bee
d) A horse of a different colour
Answer: b) Elephant in the room
5. What is the opposite of "elephant"?
a) N/A
b) Mouse
c) Fish
d) Bird
Answer: a) N/A
