Basic Details
Word: Turnip
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A round, white or purple root vegetable that is eaten as food and has green leaves.
Synonyms: Swede, Brassica rapa
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Turnip for the books: Refers to something surprising or unexpected that is out of the ordinary. Example: "The turnip for the books was when the shy student won the talent show."
- As useful as a turnip in a cornfield: Used to describe something or someone that is not at all useful. Example: "Without a map, he felt as useful as a turnip in a cornfield during the hike."
Usage Examples
Example 1: My mother made a delicious soup with turnip, carrots, and potatoes.
Example 2: The farmer harvested turnips from his field in early autumn.
Example 3: In the garden, the turnips grew large and strong under the warm sun.
Fun Fact
Did you know that turnips have been grown for thousands of years and were a staple food for ancient Romans and Greeks? They are known for their ability to survive in colder temperatures.
Famous Quote
"The turnip is a humble vegetable, yet it can bring a delight to any dish." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "turnip" mean?
a) A fruit
b) A round root vegetable
c) A type of fish
d) A tree
Answer: b) A round root vegetable
2. Which of these is a synonym of "turnip"?
a) Cabbage
b) Swede
c) Carrot
d) Potato
Answer: b) Swede
3. Which sentence uses "turnip" correctly?
a) The turnip swam in the lake.
b) She planted seeds to grow turnips in her garden.
c) The turnip danced at the party.
d) The turnip flew high in the sky.
Answer: b) She planted seeds to grow turnips in her garden.
4. Which idiom means something surprising?
a) As useful as a turnip in a cornfield
b) Turnip for the books
c) A piece of cake
d) Like shooting fish in a barrel
Answer: b) Turnip for the books
5. What is the opposite of "turnip"?
a) N/A
b) Lettuce
c) Carrot
d) Mango
Answer: a) N/A
