Basic Details
Word: Milkman
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A person who delivers milk to people's homes or businesses.
Synonyms: Dairy deliverer, milk carrier
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Don't cry over spilled milk: It means you shouldnt worry about things that have already happened and cannot be changed. Example: "Although she forgot her homework, she reminded herself not to cry over spilled milk."
- Milk the situation: This means to take full advantage of a situation. Example: "He managed to milk the situation by getting extra time to finish the project."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Every morning, the milkman would arrive at our doorstep with fresh bottles of milk.
Example 2: The milkman has known our family for years and always sends the best quality products.
Example 3: After the milkman finished his deliveries, he would stop at the local caf for a warm cup of tea.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the tradition of home milk delivery dates back to the 17th century when milk was delivered in buckets and later in glass bottles? The milkman would often be a vital part of the morning routine for families!
Famous Quote
"The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others." Mahatma Gandhi. This relates to a milkman who serves his community by delivering fresh milk to their homes.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "milkman" mean?
a) A person who cooks milk
b) A person who delivers milk
c) A person who sells cheese
d) A person who collects milk bottles
Answer: b) A person who delivers milk
2. Which of these is a synonym of "milkman"?
a) Milk carrier
b) Cheese maker
c) Fruit seller
d) Bread baker
Answer: a) Milk carrier
3. Which sentence uses "milkman" correctly?
a) The milkman served delicious meals at the restaurant.
b) The milkman brought us fresh milk each morning.
c) The milkman fixed my broken car last week.
d) The milkman ran a marathon over the weekend.
Answer: b) The milkman brought us fresh milk each morning.
4. Which idiom means you shouldn't worry about the past?
a) Don't cry over spilled milk
b) Milk the situation
c) Like water off a duck's back
d) A drop in the ocean
Answer: a) Don't cry over spilled milk
5. What is the opposite of "milkman"?
a) N/A
b) Baker
c) Grocer
d) Vegetable seller
Answer: a) N/A
