Basic Details
Word: Knuckle
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A joint in the fingers where two bones meet; it allows the fingers to bend.
Synonyms: Joint, digit joint
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Knuckle down: To start working hard and seriously. Example: "With exams approaching, it's time to knuckle down and study."
- Crack your knuckles: To stretch and make a popping sound with your knuckles. Example: "Before the big game, he cracked his knuckles to get ready to play."
Usage Examples
Example 1: He accidentally hit his knuckle against the table while reaching for his book.
Example 2: She felt a sharp pain in her knuckle after accidentally punching the wall.
Example 3: My coach told me to keep my hands up to protect my knuckles during the match.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the term "knuckle" comes from the Old English word "cnucel," which means "the knot of a tree"? This resemblance is due to the rounded shape of a knuckle!
Famous Quote
"Its not how hard you hit. Its how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward." - Rocky Balboa
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "knuckle" mean?
a) A type of shoe
b) A joint in the fingers
c) A kind of fruit
d) A type of animal
Answer: b) A joint in the fingers
2. Which of these is a synonym of "knuckle"?
a) Toe
b) Joint
c) Muscle
d) Bone
Answer: b) Joint
3. What is the opposite of "knuckle"?
a) N/A
b) Finger
c) Palm
d) Hand
Answer: a) N/A
4. Which sentence uses "knuckle" correctly?
a) He cracked his knuckle before writing the test.
b) She ran with her knuckles.
c) The knuckle sang a beautiful song.
d) He kicked the knuckle across the field.
Answer: a) He cracked his knuckle before writing the test.
5. What does it mean to "knuckle down"?
a) To relax on a couch
b) To start working hard
c) To play a game
d) To eat dinner
Answer: b) To start working hard
