Basic Details
Word: Haddock
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A type of fish that is commonly found in the North Atlantic Ocean, known for its mild flavour and white flesh.
Synonyms: Cod, Pollock
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- In deep water: To be in a difficult situation. Example: "After forgetting her homework, she found herself in deep water with the teacher."
- Something fishy: A situation that seems suspicious or wrong. Example: "When he said he won the lottery, I thought there was something fishy about it."
Usage Examples
Example 1: My favourite meal is baked haddock with lemon and herbs, as it is tasty and healthy.
Example 2: The chef special for the day was a delicious haddock chowder, perfect for a chilly day.
Example 3: Fishermen often go out early in the morning to catch haddock and other fish in the Atlantic waters.
Fun Fact
Did you know that haddock is often used in traditional British fish and chips? It has been a popular choice in many seaside towns for many years!
Famous Quote
"You can't buy happiness, but you can buy fish and that's kind of the same thing." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "haddock" mean?
a) A type of bird
b) A kind of fish
c) A vegetable
d) A fruit
Answer: b) A kind of fish
2. Which of these is a synonym of "haddock"?
a) Tuna
b) Cod
c) Chicken
d) Beef
Answer: b) Cod
3. Which sentence uses "haddock" correctly?
a) The haddock flew into the sky.
b) I ordered a haddock dish at the restaurant.
c) The haddock danced at the party.
d) The haddock jumped over the fence.
Answer: b) I ordered a haddock dish at the restaurant.
4. Which idiom relates to the idea of being in trouble?
a) In deep water
b) Something fishy
c) Fish out of water
d) Like shooting fish in a barrel
Answer: a) In deep water
5. What is the opposite of "haddock"?
a) N/A
b) Tiger
c) Apple
d) Hedgehog
Answer: a) N/A
