Basic Details
Word: Gallstone
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A small, hard deposit that forms in the gallbladder, often made of cholesterol or bilirubin.
Synonyms: Biliary stone, cholelith
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Gallstone of the matter: Refers to the main issue or difficulty in a situation. Example: "The gallstone of the matter is our budget; we need to find a way to save money."
- Swallowing gallstones: To endure a difficult situation without complaint. Example: "Although he was unhappy with the decision, he chose to swallow his gallstones and move on."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Gallstones can form when there is too much cholesterol in the bile, causing pain in the abdomen.
Example 2: Many people are unaware they have gallstones until they experience discomfort or complications.
Example 3: A healthy diet can help reduce the risk of developing gallstones in the future.
Fun Fact
Did you know that gallstones can vary in size? They can be as small as a grain of sand or as large as a golf ball!
Famous Quote
"Health is not valued till sickness comes." Thomas Fuller
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "gallstone" mean?
a) A type of mineral
b) A small, hard deposit in the gallbladder
c) A kind of fruit
d) A medication for bellyaches
Answer: b) A small, hard deposit in the gallbladder
2. Which of these is a synonym for "gallstone"?
a) Heartstone
b) Biliary stone
c) Brainstone
d) Bone shard
Answer: b) Biliary stone
3. Which sentence uses "gallstone" correctly?
a) The gallstone danced at the party.
b) The doctor said I might have a gallstone in my gallbladder.
c) The gallstone grew on a tree.
d) I kicked the gallstone down the road.
Answer: b) The doctor said I might have a gallstone in my gallbladder.
4. Which idiom means the same as "gallstone" in a metaphorical sense?
a) Swallowing gallstones
b) Bite the bullet
c) Break a leg
d) Kick the bucket
Answer: a) Swallowing gallstones
5. What is the opposite of "gallstone"?
a) N/A
b) Gemstone
c) Heartburn
d) Toothache
Answer: a) N/A
