Basic Details
Word: Pigeon
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A small bird with a plump body and short neck, often seen in cities.
Synonyms: Dove, rock dove
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Fly the coop: To leave or escape from a place. Example: "When the door was opened, the pigeon flew the coop and soared into the sky."
- A pigeon in the hand is worth two in the bush: It's better to hold on to something you have than to risk losing it by trying to get something better. Example: "I decided to keep my current job, remembering that a pigeon in the hand is worth two in the bush."
Usage Examples
Example 1: In the park, a pigeon sat on a bench, pecking at some breadcrumbs.
Example 2: The children laughed as they watched a flock of pigeons taking off into the air.
Example 3: He trained his pet pigeon to return home after flying to a distant park.
Fun Fact
Pigeons have an amazing ability to find their way back home from long distances, which is why they have been used as messenger birds in the past.
Famous Quote
"Pigeons are the best of companions; they help us feel connected to the world." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "pigeon" mean?
a) A type of fish
b) A small bird found in towns
c) A large animal
d) A kind of flower
Answer: b) A small bird found in towns
2. Which of these is a synonym of "pigeon"?
a) Eagle
b) Dove
c) Sparrow
d) Robin
Answer: b) Dove
3. Which sentence uses "pigeon" correctly?
a) The pigeon danced on the stage.
b) The pigeon flew over the park while searching for food.
c) The pigeon played in the waves.
d) The pigeon cooked dinner for us.
Answer: b) The pigeon flew over the park while searching for food.
4. Which idiom means to leave suddenly?
a) A pigeon in the hand is worth two in the bush
b) Fly the coop
c) Like a bird in the cage
d) As free as a bird
Answer: b) Fly the coop
5. What is the opposite of "pigeon"?
a) N/A
b) Cat
c) Dog
d) Ant
Answer: a) N/A
