Basic Details
Word: Lake
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A large body of water surrounded by land.
Synonyms: Pond, lagoon, waterbody
Antonyms: Land, desert
Idioms and Phrases
- Like a duck to water: To do something very well because it feels very natural. Example: "She took to swimming like a duck to water, enjoying every moment in the lake."
- Drop in the ocean: A small amount compared to a larger situation. Example: "The money we raised for the park is just a drop in the ocean compared to what we need to maintain the lake."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The children loved playing by the lake, feeding the ducks and splashing in the water.
Example 2: On a sunny day, we often go to the lake for a picnic and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
Example 3: The lake is home to many fish, making it a popular spot for anglers.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the largest lake in the world by surface area is the Caspian Sea? Despite its name, it is classified as a lake because it is not connected to the world's oceans.
Famous Quote
"The lake and the mountain are both beautiful, but one is deep and the other is high." - John Muir
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "lake" mean?
a) A large desert
b) A large body of water surrounded by land
c) A type of fish
d) A kind of tree
Answer: b) A large body of water surrounded by land
2. Which of these is a synonym of "lake"?
a) River
b) Pond
c) Ocean
d) Mountain
Answer: b) Pond
3. Which sentence uses "lake" correctly?
a) The lake was filled with stars.
b) The lake is a great place for fishing and boating.
c) The lake walked by the trees.
d) The lake flew over the park.
Answer: b) The lake is a great place for fishing and boating.
4. Which idiom means something is insignificant compared to a bigger situation?
a) As safe as houses
b) Drop in the ocean
c) A fish out of water
d) A storm in a teacup
Answer: b) Drop in the ocean
5. What is the opposite of "lake"?
a) Sea
b) River
c) Desert
d) Ocean
Answer: c) Desert
