Basic Details
Word: Binocular
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A device with two lenses that allows you to see far away things more clearly.
Synonyms: Field glasses, spyglass
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Through the binoculars: To see something from a different perspective. Example: "When I looked at my grades through the binoculars, I realised I needed to study harder."
- Not seeing the bigger picture: Focusing only on small details instead of the overall situation, much like not using binoculars to see the whole scene. Example: "If you keep nitpicking small issues, you're not seeing the bigger picture, which is how well we did overall."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The birdwatcher used her binoculars to spot the rare eagle in the tall trees.
Example 2: During the trip to the coast, the children excitedly pointed their binoculars at the distant sailboats.
Example 3: The explorer took out his binoculars to get a better view of the mountain range in the distance.
Fun Fact
Did you know that binoculars were first invented in the early 17th century? They were initially used for viewing stars and astronomical objects before being adapted for birdwatching and other activities!
Famous Quote
"A good leader can engage in a debate frankly and thoroughly, knowing that at the end he and the other side must be close, and thus emerge with a feeling of having won, while the other side is about to be realized." Warren Bennis
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "binocular" mean?
a) A small camera
b) A device for viewing distant objects
c) A kind of telescope
d) A musical instrument
Answer: b) A device for viewing distant objects
2. Which of these is a synonym of "binocular"?
a) Sunglasses
b) Telescope
c) Field glasses
d) Microscope
Answer: c) Field glasses
3. Which of these sentences uses "binocular" correctly?
a) She wore binoculars to the party.
b) He used binoculars to read the book.
c) The explorer looked through his binoculars to see the distant mountains.
d) I write with binoculars.
Answer: c) The explorer looked through his binoculars to see the distant mountains.
4. What does the idiom "not seeing the bigger picture" mean?
a) To overlook significant details
b) To only focus on minor issues
c) To zoom in on items
d) Both a and b
Answer: d) Both a and b
5. What is the opposite of "binocular"?
a) N/A
b) Single lens
c) Tripod
d) Camera
Answer: a) N/A
