Basic Details
Word: Eel
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A long, thin fish with a smooth body that lives in water, often in rivers and oceans.
Synonyms: Snakefish, conger
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- As slippery as an eel: Used to describe someone who is very cunning or difficult to catch, either literally or figuratively. Example: "You have to be careful; hes as slippery as an eel when it comes to negotiations."
- Eel in a barrel: Refers to a situation where someone feels trapped or confined. Example: "After staying in the same job for ten years, she felt like an eel in a barrel, ready to break free."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The eel slid gracefully through the water, its smooth body glinting in the sunlight.
Example 2: At the seafood market, we were fascinated by the variety of eels on display.
Example 3: The fisherman caught an eel during his fishing trip, and he was excited to cook it for dinner.
Fun Fact
Did you know that eels can travel long distances in search of food? Some species migrate thousands of miles from freshwater rivers to the ocean to breed!
Famous Quote
"In the world of business, the eel is a symbol of cunning and adaptability." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "eel" mean?
a) A type of bird
b) A long, thin fish
c) A kind of mammal
d) A type of plant
Answer: b) A long, thin fish
2. Which of these is a synonym of "eel"?
a) Gudgeon
b) Giraffe
c) Snakefish
d) Pigeon
Answer: c) Snakefish
3. Which sentence uses "eel" correctly?
a) The eel climbed the tree.
b) The eel was swimming swiftly in the water.
c) The eel played fetch with the dog.
d) The eel flew over the lake.
Answer: b) The eel was swimming swiftly in the water.
4. Which idiom means the same as "as slippery as an eel"?
a) As slippery as a fish
b) As clever as a fox
c) As busy as a bee
d) As strong as an ox
Answer: a) As slippery as a fish
5. What is the opposite of "eel"?
a) Shark
b) N/A
c) Dolphin
d) Tuna
Answer: b) N/A
