Basic Details
Word: Feline
Part of Speech: Adjective/Noun
Meaning: Related to or resembling cats; can also refer to members of the cat family.
Synonyms: Cat-like, feline family, member of Felidae
Antonyms: Canine, dog-like
Idioms and Phrases
- Curiosity killed the cat (feline): This phrase warns about the dangers of unnecessary investigation or experimentation. Example: "I was tempted to look behind the curtain, but then I remembered: curiosity killed the cat."
- Fight like cats and dogs: This phrase describes two parties who argue or fight a lot. Example: "They were friends, but they fought like cats and dogs during the project."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The feline eyes watched silently from the shadows, ready to pounce.
Example 2: My favourite animal at the zoo is the big feline known for its strength and beauty - the lion.
Example 3: The scientist studied the behaviour of various feline species to understand their hunting techniques.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the domestic cat is descended from a wild ancestor called the African wildcat, which began the process of domestication around 9,000 years ago?
Famous Quote
"Cats are connoisseurs of comfort." - James Herriot
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "feline" mean?
a) Related to fish
b) Related to birds
c) Related to cats
d) Related to reptiles
Answer: c) Related to cats
2. Which of these is a synonym of "feline"?
a) Dog-like
b) Cat-like
c) Fish-like
d) Bird-like
Answer: b) Cat-like
3. What is an antonym of "feline"?
a) Reptilian
b) Feline family
c) Canine
d) Insect
Answer: c) Canine
4. Which sentence uses "feline" correctly?
a) The feline bird flew high in the sky.
b) The feline creature slinked across the room quietly.
c) The feline tree grew tall in the forest.
d) The feline fish swam gracefully.
Answer: b) The feline creature slinked across the room quietly.
5. Which idiom relates to the word "feline"?
a) Fight like cats and dogs
b) A fish out of water
c) As blind as a bat
d) A bird in the hand
Answer: a) Fight like cats and dogs
