Basic Details
Word: Squid
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A sea creature that has a long body, ten arms, and is often used in cooking.
Synonyms: Cephalopod, calamari
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Squid's ink: To escape a difficult situation or to hide one's true feelings. Example: "When she was asked about her grades, she used squid's ink and avoided the question."
- Like catching squid in a barrel: Refers to an easy task or something that can be done without much effort. Example: "Getting them to agree on the plan was like catching squid in a barrel."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The squid swam gracefully in the ocean, using its tentacles to navigate through the water.
Example 2: At the seafood restaurant, I decided to try grilled squid for the first time.
Example 3: The teacher taught us about how squids can change colour to blend in with their surroundings.
Fun Fact
Did you know that squids have three hearts? Two pump blood to the gills, while the third pumps it to the rest of the body!
Famous Quote
"In the sea, everything is organised in a way that there are no doubts or questions just as a squid never doubts its purpose." Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "squid" mean?
a) A type of fish
b) A sea creature with ten arms
c) A kind of land animal
d) A type of vegetable
Answer: b) A sea creature with ten arms
2. Which of these is a synonym of "squid"?
a) Octopus
b) Calamari
c) Lobster
d) Crab
Answer: b) Calamari
3. Which sentence uses "squid" correctly?
a) The squid soared high into the sky.
b) The squid swam through the water quickly.
c) The squid walked on land.
d) The squid played with a ball.
Answer: b) The squid swam through the water quickly.
4. Which idiom refers to escaping a difficult situation?
a) Like catching squid in a barrel
b) Squid's ink
c) As easy as pie
d) A fish out of water
Answer: b) Squid's ink
5. What is the opposite of "squid"?
a) N/A
b) Whale
c) Shark
d) Dolphin
Answer: a) N/A
