Basic Details
Word: Jug
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A large container with a handle and a spout, used for holding liquids.
Synonyms: Jug container, pitcher, canister
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Jug in the works: Referring to something unexpected that causes a delay or disruption. Example: "We were all ready for the party, but the rain was a jug in the works."
- Don't cry over spilled milk: This phrase means not to waste time worrying about things that have already happened and cannot be changed. Example: "She was upset about dropping the jug, but I told her, 'Don't cry over spilled milk!'."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The ceramic jug was beautifully painted with a floral design and held fresh lemonade.
Example 2: Every morning, she filled the jug with water from the well before heading home.
Example 3: He carefully poured the juice from the jug into the glasses for his friends.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "jug" is believed to have originated from the Old French word "jugge," which means a small container or vessel? This word has been used for hundreds of years to describe liquid-holding containers.
Famous Quote
"Wisdom is like a jug; it is not about how much you pour into it, but how much you are willing to pour out." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "jug" mean?
a) A type of fruit
b) A small animal
c) A large container for liquids
d) A kind of tool
Answer: c) A large container for liquids
2. Which of these is a synonym of "jug"?
a) Plate
b) Jug container
c) Spoon
d) Cup
Answer: b) Jug container
3. Which sentence uses "jug" correctly?
a) The jug flew through the air.
b) He drank tea from a jug.
c) The jug danced at the party.
d) The jug is running fast.
Answer: b) He drank tea from a jug.
4. Which idiom means the same as "jug"?
a) Jug in the works
b) Time flies
c) A needle in a haystack
d) Better late than never
Answer: a) Jug in the works
5. What is the opposite of "jug"?
a) N/A
b) Fish
c) Guitar
d) Handkerchief
Answer: a) N/A
