Basic Details
Word: Ribs
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The curved bones that form the protective structure around the chest.
Synonyms: Chest bones, rib cage
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Cost an arm and a leg: Something that is very expensive. Example: "The concert tickets cost an arm and a leg, but it was worth it!"
- Break a leg: A way to wish someone good luck. Example: "You have a great performance ahead; go out there and break a leg!"
Usage Examples
Example 1: The ribs protect vital organs such as the heart and lungs in our body.
Example 2: During the anatomy lesson, we learned how the ribs connect to the spine.
Example 3: After falling off his bike, he was worried he might have hurt his ribs.
Fun Fact
Did you know that humans have 24 ribs? Twelve on each side, and they help to expand and contract the chest when we breathe!
Famous Quote
"Our ribs are like the frame of a house, they give our body structure and protect our most important parts." Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "ribs" mean?
a) Part of the arm
b) Curved bones in the chest
c) A type of fish
d) A kind of fruit
Answer: b) Curved bones in the chest
2. Which of these is a synonym of "ribs"?
a) Leg bones
b) Chest bones
c) Arm muscles
d) Skull
Answer: b) Chest bones
3. Which sentence uses "ribs" correctly?
a) Her ribs were painted beautiful colours in the art project.
b) The ribs hit the ball out of the park.
c) The doctor examined his ribs for any damage.
d) The ribs jumped over the fence.
Answer: c) The doctor examined his ribs for any damage.
4. Which idiom means something expensive?
a) Break a leg
b) Cost an arm and a leg
c) The ball is in your court
d) Jump on the bandwagon
Answer: b) Cost an arm and a leg
5. What is the opposite of "ribs"?
a) N/A
b) Hands
c) Legs
d) Feet
Answer: a) N/A
