Basic Details
Word: Earlobes
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The soft, flexible part of the ear that hangs down from the side of the head.
Synonyms: Ear lobes, auricles
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- To hang by a thread: Used to describe something that is in a precarious situation. Example: "His chances of winning were hanging by a thread after missing the goal." (The earlobes do not have a direct idiom, but this can symbolise fragility.)
- Big ears: Used to refer to someone who is always listening to other people's conversations. Example: "With her big ears, she knows all the secrets of the school." (In this case, the phrase refers to how earlobes can look.)
Usage Examples
Example 1: Her earlobes were adorned with beautiful pearl earrings that sparkled in the light.
Example 2: Some people have attached earlobes, while others have free-hanging ones.
Example 3: When he got his ears pierced, the earlobes swelled a bit but soon returned to normal.
Fun Fact
Did you know that earlobes come in two main types: attached and detached? Attached earlobes are connected directly to the side of the head, while detached earlobes dangle freely.
Famous Quote
"Beauty is how you feel inside, and it reflects in your earlobes." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What are earlobes?
a) The outer part of the ear
b) The middle part of the heart
c) The soft part of the ear that hangs down
d) A type of fruit
Answer: c) The soft part of the ear that hangs down
2. Which of these is a synonym of "earlobes"?
a) Nose bridge
b) Auricles
c) Eyelids
d) Chin
Answer: b) Auricles
3. Which sentence uses "earlobes" correctly?
a) The earlobes can solve math problems.
b) She wore a beautiful necklace around her earlobes.
c) The earlobes were painted on the wall.
d) He attached a charm to his earlobes.
Answer: a) The earlobes can solve math problems. (Correct example would be: She wore earrings on her earlobes.)
4. Which idiom refers to someone who listens carefully?
a) A big mouth
b) Big ears
c) Open arms
d) A tall tale
Answer: b) Big ears
5. What is the opposite of "earlobes"?
a) N/A
b) Eyes
c) Nose
d) Mouth
Answer: a) N/A
