Basic Details
Word: Spine
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The column of bones in the back that supports the body and protects the spinal cord.
Synonyms: Backbone, vertebrae
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Find your spine: To gather courage or strength in a difficult situation. Example: "Even though she was scared, she had to find her spine and speak up for herself."
- Spine-tingling: Something that is very exciting or scary, usually in a thrilling way. Example: "The spine-tingling story kept us on the edge of our seats."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The spine is made of many small bones called vertebrae that are stacked on top of each other.
Example 2: When sitting for a long time, it's important to keep your spine straight to avoid back pain.
Example 3: The doctor explained how a healthy spine is crucial for overall mobility and balance.
Fun Fact
Did you know that an adult human spine is made up of 33 vertebrae, but when we are born, we have about 34 to 36 vertebrae? As we grow, some of these bones fuse together!
Famous Quote
"You can't be brave if you've only had wonderful things happen to you." - Mary Tyler Moore
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "spine" refer to?
a) A part of the arm
b) The column of bones in the back
c) A type of fish
d) A garden plant
Answer: b) The column of bones in the back
2. Which of these is a synonym of "spine"?
a) Neck
b) Backbone
c) Ankle
d) Elbow
Answer: b) Backbone
3. Which sentence uses "spine" correctly?
a) The spine of the book was damaged.
b) She played the spine beautifully on the piano.
c) The spine twinkled like a star.
d) The cat climbed the spine of the tree.
Answer: a) The spine of the book was damaged.
4. Which idiom means to find courage?
a) Spine-tingling
b) Find your spine
c) Breaking the spine
d) Spine of the story
Answer: b) Find your spine
5. What is the opposite of "spine"?
a) N/A
b) Arm
c) Leg
d) Hand
Answer: a) N/A
