Basic Details
Word: Rag
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A piece of old cloth or fabric, often used for cleaning or wiping.
Synonyms: Cloth, scrap, tatter
Antonyms: None
Idioms and Phrases
- Rag on someone: To tease or criticise someone in a playful manner. Example: "He loves to rag on me about my messy room, but hes not much better!"
- At the end of one's rag: Feeling very tired or exhausted. Example: "After running the marathon, I was at the end of my rag and just needed to rest."
Usage Examples
Example 1: She used a rag to wipe the table clean after dinner.
Example 2: The old rag was perfect for dusting off the shelves.
Example 3: He tied the rag around his hand to stop the bleeding from a small cut.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "rag" comes from the Old Norse word "ragga," meaning a piece of cloth? It has been used for centuries to describe various types of cloth, especially those that are worn out.
Famous Quote
"You cannot make a silk purse out of a sow's ear." - an old proverb often referring to the idea that you cant turn something of poor quality into something valuable, much like using a rag.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "rag" mean?
a) A type of food
b) A piece of old cloth
c) A kind of animal
d) A type of weather
Answer: b) A piece of old cloth
2. Which of these is a synonym of "rag"?
a) Vehicle
b) Cloth
c) Furniture
d) Water
Answer: b) Cloth
3. Which sentence uses "rag" correctly?
a) He wore a rag to the party.
b) She used a rag to clean up the spill.
c) The rag took a long walk.
d) They sang a rag at the concert.
Answer: b) She used a rag to clean up the spill.
4. Which idiom means to tease someone?
a) At the end of one's rag
b) Rag on someone
c) Catch someone off guard
d) To cast a shadow
Answer: b) Rag on someone
5. What is the opposite of "rag"?
a) Scarf
b) None
c) Cloth
d) Towel
Answer: b) None
