Basic Details
Word: Galloping
Part of Speech: Verb (present participle of gallop)
Meaning: A fast movement of a horse where it runs quickly on all four legs, usually with a rhythm.
Synonyms: Racing, running, sprinting
Antonyms: Walking, plodding, strolling
Idioms and Phrases
- Galloping along: Moving quickly or at a lively pace. Example: "The children were galloping along the path, excited to reach the park."
- Galloping towards trouble: Moving quickly into a risky or dangerous situation. Example: "He was galloping towards trouble when he decided to sneak into the abandoned building."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The thoroughbred horse was galloping gracefully around the racetrack, capturing everyone's attention.
Example 2: We watched as the young girl enjoyed galloping on her pony, her laughter echoing in the field.
Example 3: After galloping through the countryside, the rider and horse became a perfect team in the competition.
Fun Fact
Did you know that horses can reach speeds of up to 45 miles per hour when galloping? This incredible speed helps them escape predators in the wild.
Famous Quote
"There is nothing so good for the inside of a man as the outside of a horse." John D. Loudermilk
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "galloping" mean?
a) Moving slowly
b) A fast movement of a horse
c) Jumping high
d) Sleeping
Answer: b) A fast movement of a horse
2. Which of these is a synonym of "galloping"?
a) Walking
b) Running
c) Sitting
d) Swimming
Answer: b) Running
3. Which sentence uses "galloping" correctly?
a) The horse was galloping down the hill.
b) The horse was galloping calmly in the field.
c) The horse was galloping on a bed.
d) The horse was galloping slowly.
Answer: a) The horse was galloping down the hill.
4. Which idiom means moving quickly?
a) Galloping towards trouble
b) Walking on eggshells
c) Taking it slow
d) A stitch in time saves nine
Answer: a) Galloping towards trouble
5. What is the opposite of "galloping"?
a) Running
b) Racing
c) Walking
d) Sprinting
Answer: c) Walking
