Basic Details
Word: Otter
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A playful, water-loving animal with a long body, webbed feet, and thick fur that lives in rivers, lakes, and the sea.
Synonyms: N/A
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Like an otter in water: Used to describe someone who is very comfortable and happy in their environment. Example: "When she's painting, she is like an otter in water, completely absorbed and at ease."
- Otterly charming: A playful way to say someone or something is very charming and delightful. Example: "The puppy was otterly charming with its big, floppy ears and wagging tail."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The otter slid down the muddy bank and splashed into the river with a big splash.
Example 2: In the nature documentary, we watched otters playing together and cracking open shellfish for dinner.
Example 3: The children were excited to see a family of otters swimming gracefully at the aquarium.
Fun Fact
Did you know that otters have a special pouch under their arms where they store their favourite rocks? They use these rocks to crack open shells when they eat!
Famous Quote
"The otter is a symbol of playfulness and affection, a reminder to seek joy in the simplest of things." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "otter" mean?
a) A type of fish
b) A playful water animal
c) A land mammal
d) A bird
Answer: b) A playful water animal
2. Which sentence uses "otter" correctly?
a) The otter climbed a tree.
b) The otter played with its friends in the river.
c) The otter flew high in the sky.
d) The otter cooked dinner.
Answer: b) The otter played with its friends in the river.
3. Which idiom means someone is content in their environment?
a) Like an otter in water
b) Busy as a bee
c) As clever as a fox
d) Cool as a cucumber
Answer: a) Like an otter in water
4. What is an otter's unique feature when it comes to eating?
a) They eat fruit.
b) They use tools, like rocks to crack open shells.
c) They only eat plants.
d) They don't need to eat.
Answer: b) They use tools, like rocks to crack open shells.
5. Which of these is a synonym for "playfulness" associated with otters?
a) Seriousness
b) Boredom
c) Mirthfulness
d) Sadness
Answer: c) Mirthfulness
