Basic Details
Word: Heel
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The back part of the foot below the ankle.
Synonyms: Back of the foot, calcaneus
Antonyms: Toe
Idioms and Phrases
- On your heels: To be quickly followed or pursued. Example: "The dog was right on his heels as he ran to the park."
- Go to heel: To obey someone or something, typically used for dogs. Example: "The dog will go to heel when I call him."
Usage Examples
Example 1: She felt a sharp pain in her heel after spending the day on her feet.
Example 2: The athlete carefully stretched her heels before the big race to avoid injuries.
Example 3: He stumbled and landed hard on his heel when he tripped over a rock.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the heel bone, also known as the calcaneus, is the largest bone in the foot? It absorbs the impact of walking and running.
Famous Quote
"There is no better exercise for the heart than reaching down and lifting people up." - John Holmes. This reminds us that even small efforts, like lifting ourselves up on our heels, can make a big difference.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "heel" refer to?
a) A type of shoe
b) The back part of the foot
c) A type of insect
d) A cooking tool
Answer: b) The back part of the foot
2. Which of these is a synonym of "heel"?
a) Toe
b) Back of the foot
c) Ankle
d) Foot
Answer: b) Back of the foot
3. Which sentence uses "heel" correctly?
a) The heel is used to cook food.
b) She kicked the ball with the heel of her foot.
c) His heel is a good singer.
d) He painted the heel of the wall.
Answer: b) She kicked the ball with the heel of her foot.
4. Which idiom means to be quickly followed?
a) On your heels
b) Go to heel
c) At the heel of the whip
d) Like a fish out of water
Answer: a) On your heels
5. What is the opposite of "heel"?
a) Calf
b) Toe
c) Arch
d) Ball
Answer: b) Toe
