Basic Details
Word: Grouper
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A large fish that lives in warm seas, known for its stout body and strong jaws.
Synonyms: Fish, Sea Bream
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- In a grouper's grasp: Used to describe being in a difficult situation that is hard to escape. Example: "After the storm, my boat was caught in a grouper's grasp, unable to move."
- Like a grouper out of water: To feel uncomfortable or out of place. Example: "When I arrived at the fancy restaurant in my old jeans, I felt like a grouper out of water."
Usage Examples
Example 1: We spotted a grouper swimming near the coral reef while snorkelling in the clear blue water.
Example 2: The fisherman proudly displayed his catch of the day, a huge grouper that weighed over ten kilograms.
Example 3: Grouper is often served in restaurants and is popular for its delicious, flaky texture.
Fun Fact
Did you know that groupers have the ability to change gender? Some species can switch from female to male depending on the environmental conditions and population dynamics.
Famous Quote
"The sea is a world of its own, filled with wonders like the mighty grouper." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "grouper" mean?
a) A type of mammal
b) A large sea fish
c) A kind of bird
d) A type of plant
Answer: b) A large sea fish
2. Which of these is a synonym of "grouper"?
a) Salmon
b) Sea Bream
c) Trout
d) Catfish
Answer: b) Sea Bream
3. Which sentence uses "grouper" correctly?
a) The grouper flew over the trees.
b) We caught a grouper that was not very tasty.
c) The grouper rode the bicycle.
d) The grouper played in the garden.
Answer: b) We caught a grouper that was not very tasty.
4. Which idiom describes being in a difficult situation?
a) Like a grouper out of water
b) In a grouper's grasp
c) A fish out of water
d) Hook, line and sinker
Answer: b) In a grouper's grasp
5. What is the opposite of "grouper"?
a) N/A
b) Shark
c) Dolphin
d) Clownfish
Answer: a) N/A
