Basic Details
Word: Membrane
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A thin layer that covers or separates different parts of something.
Synonyms: Layer, film, barrier
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Walk on eggshells: To be very careful about what you say or do, especially to avoid upsetting someone. Example: "After the argument, I had to walk on eggshells around him."
- Break through the membrane: To overcome an obstacle or barrier. Example: "After many attempts, she finally broke through the membrane of doubt and gave her best performance."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The cell membrane acts as a protective barrier, controlling what enters and exits the cell.
Example 2: In our experiment, we observed how the membrane separated the two liquids in the flask.
Example 3: The thin membrane around the egg protects the developing chick inside.
Fun Fact
Did you know that membranes are not only found in living organisms? They can also be made synthetically and used in filters for water purification!
Famous Quote
"The cell membrane is the frontier, and it is that barrier which is essential to life." Dr. Paul Ehrlich
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "membrane" mean?
a) A type of fish
b) A thin layer covering something
c) A large tree
d) A type of rock
Answer: b) A thin layer covering something
2. Which of these is a synonym of "membrane"?
a) Barrier
b) Stone
c) Plant
d) Insect
Answer: a) Barrier
3. Which sentence uses "membrane" correctly?
a) The membrane is cooking in the oven.
b) There was a hole in the membrane that let water through.
c) The membrane flew in the wind.
d) The membrane ran a marathon.
Answer: b) There was a hole in the membrane that let water through.
4. Which idiom means to proceed carefully?
a) Break through the membrane
b) Walk on eggshells
c) A piece of cake
d) At the drop of a hat
Answer: b) Walk on eggshells
5. What is the opposite of "membrane"?
a) N/A
b) Bridge
c) Ocean
d) Building
Answer: a) N/A
