Basic Details
Word: Toe
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A digit on the foot of a person or an animal.
Synonyms: Digit, phalanx
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Step on someone's toes: To offend or upset someone by interfering in their responsibilities or personal life. Example: "I didn't mean to step on your toes while suggesting changes to the project."
- To hold one's toes to the fire: To pressure someone to act or to remain committed to a promise. Example: "The manager held his team’s toes to the fire to ensure the project was completed on time."
Usage Examples
Example 1: She accidentally stubbed her toe on the corner of the table and cried out in pain.
Example 2: The little boy was proud to show off his new shoes that had colourful designs on the toes.
Example 3: In ballet, dancers point their toes to create beautiful lines with their feet.
Fun Fact
Did you know that humans usually have 14 toe bones in each foot? These bones help support our weight and allow us to maintain balance when walking and running.
Famous Quote
"The toe may be small, but it is the closest to the ground and keeps us rooted." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "toe" mean?
a) A type of insect
b) A digit on the foot
c) A kind of fruit
d) A bird
Answer: b) A digit on the foot
2. Which of these is a synonym of "toe"?
a) Hand
b) Digit
c) Knee
d) Arm
Answer: b) Digit
3. Which sentence uses "toe" correctly?
a) She painted her toe nails a bright red colour.
b) The toe wrote a letter.
c) He kicked the toe into the sea.
d) The toe was shining in the sky.
Answer: a) She painted her toe nails a bright red colour.
4. Which idiom might relate to "toe"?
a) To hold one's toes to the fire
b) As quiet as a mouse
c) To beat around the bush
d) A stitch in time saves nine
Answer: a) To hold one's toes to the fire
5. What is the opposite of "toe"?
a) N/A
b) Finger
c) Elbow
d) Shoulder
Answer: a) N/A
