Basic Details
Word: Metallurgy
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The branch of science and technology concerned with the properties of metals and their production.
Synonyms: Metalworking, alloys, materials science
Antonyms: None specifically (as it is a specialized field)
Idioms and Phrases
- Strike while the iron is hot: Take action at the right moment. Example: "She decided to apply for the scholarship as soon as she saw it; she knew to strike while the iron is hot."
- All that glitters is not gold: Not everything that looks valuable is actually valuable. Example: "He learned that all that glitters is not gold when he discovered the project wasnt worth the time he spent on it."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Metallurgy plays a crucial role in the production of strong and durable metals for buildings and vehicles.
Example 2: In her lessons about metallurgy, the teacher explained how steel is made by using both iron and carbon.
Example 3: Fascinated by metallurgy, the young scientist dreamed of inventing new alloys that could change the world.
Fun Fact
Did you know that metallurgy has been practiced for thousands of years? The ancient Egyptians were among the first to use metallurgical techniques to create tools and ornaments from copper!
Famous Quote
"Metallurgy is the discipline of engineering that deals with metallic materials. It is like art, but with metals." Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "metallurgy" mean?
a) The study of wood
b) The branch of science dealing with metals
c) The study of plants
d) The branch of mathematics
Answer: b) The branch of science dealing with metals
2. Which of these is a synonym of "metallurgy"?
a) Chemistry
b) Materials science
c) Physics
d) Biology
Answer: b) Materials science
3. Which sentence uses "metallurgy" correctly?
a) She enjoys metallurgy by listening to music.
b) He found metallurgy fascinating because it involves creating metal objects.
c) Metallurgy is best learned by studying history books.
d) I use metallurgy to bake cookies.
Answer: b) He found metallurgy fascinating because it involves creating metal objects.
4. What does the idiom "strike while the iron is hot" mean?
a) To wait for the right moment to act
b) To strike metal with iron
c) To make a smooth metal sheet
d) To forget about a task
Answer: a) To wait for the right moment to act
5. What is the opposite of "metallurgy"?
a) Woodworking
b) Biology
c) Chemistry
d) N/A
Answer: d) N/A
