Basic Details
Word: Fan
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: An object that creates a current of air to cool people or something used to show support for a person or team.
Synonyms: Enthusiast, admirer, blower
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Fan the flames: To make a situation worse or increase the intensity of a conflict. Example: "His comments only fanned the flames of the argument between the two friends."
- To be a fan of someone: To truly admire or support someone or something. Example: "I am a huge fan of her music; I have all her albums."
Usage Examples
Example 1: During the hot summer months, we always use an electric fan to keep our room cool.
Example 2: As a devoted football fan, he never misses a match of his favourite team.
Example 3: The teacher used a fan to help the students feel better on the exceptionally warm day.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "fan" comes from "fanatic," which originally referred to someone who had a passionate enthusiasm for something? It shows how much people can love activities like sports or music!
Famous Quote
"I am a fan of people who have the courage to stand up for what they believe in." K. A. Applegate
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "fan" mean?
a) A type of animal
b) An object that moves air
c) A form of dance
d) A kind of fruit
Answer: b) An object that moves air
2. Which of these is a synonym of "fan" related to support?
a) Enthusiast
b) Baker
c) Teacher
d) Walker
Answer: a) Enthusiast
3. Which sentence uses "fan" correctly?
a) The fan baked a cake for the party.
b) She is a fan of the new superhero movie.
c) The fan climbed a tree.
d) The fan drove the car through the city.
Answer: b) She is a fan of the new superhero movie.
4. Which idiom means to make a situation more intense?
a) Fan the flames
b) A fan in a million
c) To be a fan of someone
d) Fan out the truth
Answer: a) Fan the flames
5. What is the opposite of "fan"?
a) N/A
b) Comedian
c) Cheerleaders
d) Defeater
Answer: a) N/A
