Basic Details
Word: Ladle
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A large, deep spoon with a long handle used for serving liquids, like soup or sauce.
Synonyms: Scoop, server, spoon
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Stir with a ladle: To be involved in a situation actively. Example: "She decided to stir with a ladle at the charity event by helping out with the food."
- To ladle out: To distribute or serve large amounts. Example: "The chef began to ladle out portions of soup for the hungry guests."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The chef used a ladle to serve the delicious vegetable soup to all the guests at the party.
Example 2: I watched my grandmother carefully ladle out the creamy sauce onto the pasta.
Example 3: After the children finished their sandwiches, it was time to ladle out some warm chocolate pudding for dessert.
Fun Fact
Did you know that ladles have been used since ancient times? They were often made of wood, metal, or even clay, and would have been found in kitchens of many different cultures throughout history!
Famous Quote
"Good food and a warm ladle are the true necessities of life." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "ladle" mean?
a) A type of fish
b) A large spoon for serving liquids
c) A kind of dessert
d) A type of plant
Answer: b) A large spoon for serving liquids
2. Which of these is a synonym of "ladle"?
a) Cup
b) Spoon
c) Scoop
d) Knife
Answer: c) Scoop
3. Which sentence uses "ladle" correctly?
a) She used a ladle to write a letter.
b) He decided to ladle out the drinks for everyone.
c) The ladle flew high in the air.
d) I found a ladle in the garden.
Answer: b) He decided to ladle out the drinks for everyone.
4. Which idiom means to be actively involved like "ladle"?
a) Stir with a ladle
b) As busy as a bee
c) A stitch in time saves nine
d) Take it with a pinch of salt
Answer: a) Stir with a ladle
5. What is the opposite of "ladle"?
a) N/A
b) Knife
c) Plate
d) Fork
Answer: a) N/A
