Basic Details
Word: Bumper
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A protective bar at the front and back of a vehicle that absorbs shock and protects it during minor collisions.
Synonyms: Guard, buffer, shield
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Bumper to bumper: Referring to traffic that is moving slowly, often gridlocked. Example: "We were stuck in bumper to bumper traffic for hours on the way to the concert."
- Bumper harvest: A term used to describe an exceptionally large crop yield. Example: "Thanks to the good weather, the farmers enjoyed a bumper harvest this year."
Usage Examples
Example 1: After the minor accident, the bumper of my car got scratched, but thankfully, it was nothing serious.
Example 2: The new safety features in the car include a stronger bumper that can withstand minor impacts.
Example 3: The bumper-to-bumper traffic made us late for the movie, but we still managed to catch the last part.
Fun Fact
The term "bumper" comes from the old English word "bumper" which meant "to thump or collide." Modern vehicle bumpers are now designed to absorb impact, making them essential for safety.
Famous Quote
"The best way to predict the future is to invent it." - Alan Kay (emphasising the importance of safety in advances like vehicle bumpers).
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "bumper" mean?
a) A part of a vehicle that helps avoid damage
b) A type of fruit
c) A kind of animal
d) A musical instrument
Answer: a) A part of a vehicle that helps avoid damage
2. Which of these is a synonym of "bumper"?
a) Shield
b) Wheel
c) Door
d) Window
Answer: a) Shield
3. Which idiom means being stuck in slow traffic?
a) Bumper harvest
b) Bumper to bumper
c) On the road
d) Drive safely
Answer: b) Bumper to bumper
4. Which sentence uses "bumper" correctly?
a) The bumper of the car was painted bright yellow.
b) The bumper baked a cake for her friend.
c) I went for a walk with my bumper.
d) The bumper danced all night.
Answer: a) The bumper of the car was painted bright yellow.
5. What is the opposite of "bumper"?
a) N/A
b) Active
c) Wonderful
d) Bad
Answer: a) N/A
