Basic Details
Word: Lollipop
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A type of sweet candy on a stick that you can lick or suck.
Synonyms: Sucker, candy, treat
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Sweeten the deal: To make an offer more attractive. Example: "If you join the club, well sweeten the deal with a free lollipop!"
- Like a kid in a candy store: Refers to someone who is very excited and happy. Example: "When he saw the lollipop aisle, he was like a kid in a candy store."
Usage Examples
Example 1: She picked out her favourite lollipop from the shop, which was a bright red cherry flavour.
Example 2: After finishing his homework, he was rewarded with a tasty lollipop as a treat.
Example 3: The birthday party had a candy buffet, complete with all kinds of lollipops in different shapes and colours.
Fun Fact
Did you know that lollipops have been enjoyed by people for hundreds of years? The modern lollipop was invented in the early 20th century, but candies on sticks have existed since ancient times!
Famous Quote
"Life is like a lollipop; its up to you to unwrap the sweetness." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "lollipop" mean?
a) A type of fruit
b) A sweet candy on a stick
c) A soft drink
d) A kind of cake
Answer: b) A sweet candy on a stick
2. Which of these is a synonym of "lollipop"?
a) Chocolate
b) Sucker
c) Biscuit
d) Ice cream
Answer: b) Sucker
3. Which sentence uses "lollipop" correctly?
a) The lollipop ran fast.
b) She gave her friend a lollipop after school.
c) He painted his lollipop blue.
d) The dog chased a lollipop tree.
Answer: b) She gave her friend a lollipop after school.
4. Which idiom means the same as "lollipop"?
a) Sweeten the deal
b) On cloud nine
c) A penny for your thoughts
d) The early bird catches the worm
Answer: a) Sweeten the deal
5. What is the opposite of "lollipop"?
a) N/A
b) Carrot
c) Apple
d) Broccoli
Answer: a) N/A
