Basic Details
Word: Mushroom
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A type of fungus that grows in various shapes and sizes, often with a cap and stem, some of which are edible.
Synonyms: Fungus, toadstool
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Growing like a mushroom: To grow very quickly. Example: "The new housing complex is growing like a mushroom, with several buildings completed in just a few months."
- Mushrooming out: To suddenly increase or expand in numbers or size. Example: "The old factory has turned into a park, mushrooming out into a beautiful public space."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The chef prepared a delicious pasta dish with fresh mushrooms and creamy sauce.
Example 2: In our garden, we discovered a variety of mushrooms thriving in the damp soil.
Example 3: Some people enjoy foraging for wild mushrooms, but they must be careful not to pick poisonous ones.
Fun Fact
Did you know that mushrooms are actually more closely related to animals than to plants? They belong to their own kingdom called Fungi!
Famous Quote
"The greatest gift is not being afraid to question." Ruby Dee. This quote reflects how sometimes, like mushrooms growing in unexpected places, we should not be afraid to explore and discover new knowledge.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "mushroom" mean?
a) A type of flower
b) A type of insect
c) A type of fungus
d) A kind of tree
Answer: c) A type of fungus
2. Which of these is a synonym of "mushroom"?
a) Carrot
b) Toadstool
c) Potato
d) Onion
Answer: b) Toadstool
3. Which sentence uses "mushroom" correctly?
a) The mushroom went swimming in the lake.
b) The mushroom grows in the forest.
c) The mushroom can fly high in the sky.
d) The mushroom ran a marathon.
Answer: b) The mushroom grows in the forest.
4. Which idiom means to rapidly expand?
a) Growing like a mushroom
b) As quiet as a mouse
c) Spilling the beans
d) As wise as an owl
Answer: a) Growing like a mushroom
5. What is the opposite of "mushroom"?
a) N/A
b) Tree
c) Rock
d) Flower
Answer: a) N/A
