Basic Details
Word: Nutmeg
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A spice made from the seed of a tropical tree, used to flavour food and drinks.
Synonyms: Spice, flavouring
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Nutmeg it: To improve or enhance something subtly. Example: "She decided to nutmeg it by adding a touch of spice to her muffins."
- Nuts about nutmeg: To be very fond of or passionate about nutmeg. Example: "He's nuts about nutmeg and adds it to almost every dessert he makes."
Usage Examples
Example 1: I sprinkled nutmeg over my hot chocolate for an extra burst of flavour.
Example 2: The recipe called for a pinch of nutmeg to enhance the taste of the pumpkin pie.
Example 3: Nutmeg is often used in baking to give cookies and cakes a warm, aromatic flavour.
Fun Fact
Did you know that nutmeg was once so valuable that it was used as currency? In some parts of the world, people traded nutmeg for goods like gold and spices!
Famous Quote
"Spices are the most important ingredient in a good meal, but remember, a little nutmeg goes a long way!" - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "nutmeg" mean?
a) A type of fruit
b) A spice made from a seed
c) A kind of vegetable
d) A cooking technique
Answer: b) A spice made from a seed
2. Which of these is a synonym of "nutmeg"?
a) Sugar
b) Spice
c) Salt
d) Pepper
Answer: b) Spice
3. Which sentence uses "nutmeg" correctly?
a) The nutmeg flew over the fence.
b) Everyone enjoyed the dish because of the nutmeg added to it.
c) The nutmeg swam in the lake.
d) The nutmeg was reading a book.
Answer: b) Everyone enjoyed the dish because of the nutmeg added to it.
4. Which idiom means to enhance something?
a) Nuts about nutmeg
b) Nutmeg it
c) Spice up your life
d) As sweet as sugar
Answer: b) Nutmeg it
5. What is the opposite of "nutmeg"?
a) N/A
b) Salt
c) Sugar
d) Vinegar
Answer: a) N/A
