Basic Details
Word: Pre-loved
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: An item that has been used or owned before, but still in good condition for someone else to use.
Synonyms: Second-hand, used, previously owned
Antonyms: New, brand new, unused
Idioms and Phrases
- Second-hand love: Refers to receiving affection or items that have been used before, often implying nostalgia or sentimentality. Example: "He has a second-hand love for the vintage books in his collection."
- One man's trash is another man's treasure: Suggests that what may be unwanted by one person could be valuable to another, often used when discussing pre-loved items. Example: "At the flea market, I found a pre-loved chair; one man's trash is another man's treasure!"
Usage Examples
Example 1: She loves shopping at thrift stores to find pre-loved clothes that tell a story.
Example 2: The pre-loved bicycle he bought for a good price was still in excellent condition.
Example 3: Many people prefer pre-loved furniture as it adds character to their homes.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the term "pre-loved" became popular to create a positive image for second-hand items? It encourages people to view previously owned goods as valuable and full of history.
Famous Quote
"What we do for ourselves dies with us. What we do for others and the world remains and is immortal." Albert Pine
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "pre-loved" mean?
a) An item that is brand new
b) An item that has been used before
c) An item that is broken
d) An item that is always expensive
Answer: b) An item that has been used before
2. Which of these is a synonym of "pre-loved"?
a) New
b) Second-hand
c) Unused
d) Pristine
Answer: b) Second-hand
3. What is an antonym of "pre-loved"?
a) Used
b) Second-hand
c) Brand new
d) Previously owned
Answer: c) Brand new
4. Which sentence uses "pre-loved" correctly?
a) The pre-loved toy was more fun than a new one.
b) She bought a pre-loved car that was shiny and new.
c) He prefers pre-loved foods over fresh ones.
d) The pre-loved flowers were blooming beautifully.
Answer: a) The pre-loved toy was more fun than a new one.
5. Which idiom implies that something seen as trash can still have value?
a) Second-hand love
b) The more, the merrier
c) One man's trash is another man's treasure
d) Bite the bullet
Answer: c) One man's trash is another man's treasure
