Basic Details
Word: Headrest
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A support for the head, typically found on chairs or car seats.
Synonyms: Neck support, head support
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Rest your head: To relax or take a break. Example: "You look tired; you should rest your head for a while."
- Rest your case: To stop arguing or presenting evidence. Example: "After showing the evidence, the lawyer said, 'I rest my case,' leaving no doubt about the truth."
Usage Examples
Example 1: I always adjust the headrest in the car to make my neck more comfortable during long trips.
Example 2: The sofa has a built-in headrest that supports your head while you watch television.
Example 3: When I felt sleepy, I leaned back and rested my head on the soft headrest of my office chair.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the concept of the headrest dates back to ancient Egypt? They used wooden headrests to support the head while sleeping, ensuring comfort and preventing the head from rolling off the bed!
Famous Quote
"The mind is not a vessel to be filled, but a fire to be kindled." - Plutarch
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "headrest" mean?
a) A type of pillow
b) A support for the head
c) A kind of chair
d) A kind of table
Answer: b) A support for the head
2. Which of these is a synonym of "headrest"?
a) Armchair
b) Neck support
c) Sofa
d) Bed
Answer: b) Neck support
3. Which sentence uses "headrest" correctly?
a) The headrest allowed me to see the screen better.
b) I used the headrest to help me reach the top shelf.
c) He placed his drink on the headrest.
d) The headrest made the seat more comfortable for long journeys.
Answer: d) The headrest made the seat more comfortable for long journeys.
4. Which idiom means to take a break?
a) Rest your head
b) Rest your case
c) Head over heels
d) In over your head
Answer: a) Rest your head
5. What is the opposite of "headrest"?
a) N/A
b) Chair
c) Table
d) Footrest
Answer: a) N/A
