Basic Details
Word: Dagger
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A short, pointed weapon with a blade, used for stabbing.
Synonyms: Stiletto, knife, blade
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Stabbed in the back: To betray someone who trusts you. Example: "She felt like she was stabbed in the back when her friend shared her secrets."
- Crossed swords: To engage in conflict or argument with someone. Example: "The two politicians crossed swords during the debate, each trying to prove their point."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The knight pulled out his dagger to defend himself against the enemy.
Example 2: In the adventure story, the hero found a hidden dagger in the treasure chest.
Example 3: She used a small dagger to slice through the tough packaging of the parcel.
Fun Fact
Did you know that daggers have been used since ancient times, not only as weapons but also as tools and ceremonial objects? They often have intricate designs and are considered works of art in many cultures.
Famous Quote
"There is a dagger in men's smiles; the near in blood, the nearer bloody." William Shakespeare
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "dagger" mean?
a) A form of communication
b) A short pointed weapon
c) A large animal
d) A tool for building
Answer: b) A short pointed weapon
2. Which of these is a synonym of "dagger"?
a) Stiletto
b) Chain
c) Shirt
d) Sand
Answer: a) Stiletto
3. Which sentence uses "dagger" correctly?
a) The dagger was painted blue.
b) The dagger danced across the stage.
c) The knight wielded a dagger in battle.
d) The dagger grew in the garden.
Answer: c) The knight wielded a dagger in battle.
4. Which idiom relates to betrayal?
a) Crossed swords
b) Stabbed in the back
c) A penny for your thoughts
d) As bright as a button
Answer: b) Stabbed in the back
5. What is the opposite of "dagger"?
a) N/A
b) Sword
c) Shield
d) Bow
Answer: a) N/A
