Basic Details
Word: Owl
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A bird known for its ability to see well at night, usually with a flat face and large eyes.
Synonyms: Nocturnal bird, Strigidae
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Wise as an owl: Refers to someone who is very knowledgeable or wise. Example: "My grandmother always gave me the best advice; she is as wise as an owl."
- To hoot like an owl: To complain or express unhappiness loudly. Example: "He was hooting like an owl about the homework overload."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The owl perched silently on the branch, watching the world below.
Example 2: At the wildlife park, we were lucky enough to see an owl flying through the trees.
Example 3: The children learned that owls are nocturnal, meaning they are active at night while most other birds sleep.
Fun Fact
Did you know that owls can turn their heads up to 270 degrees? This flexibility helps them see without moving their bodies, making them excellent hunters!
Famous Quote
"The owl of Minerva spreads its wings only with the falling of the dusk." - Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "owl" mean?
a) A type of mammal
b) A loud bird
c) A bird known for seeing at night
d) A fish
Answer: c) A bird known for seeing at night
2. Which of these is a synonym of "owl"?
a) Sparrow
b) Nocturnal bird
c) Eagle
d) Parrot
Answer: b) Nocturnal bird
3. Which sentence uses "owl" correctly?
a) The owl danced at the party.
b) The owl is known for its nocturnal habits.
c) The owl ran fast across the field.
d) The owl flew over the mountain like an eagle.
Answer: b) The owl is known for its nocturnal habits.
4. Which idiom means someone is knowledgeable?
a) To hoot like an owl
b) Wise as an owl
c) A bird in the hand
d) Like a fish out of water
Answer: b) Wise as an owl
5. What is the opposite of "owl"?
a) Eagle
b) N/A
c) Dove
d) Penguin
Answer: b) N/A
