Basic Details
Word: Rhombus
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A flat shape with four sides that are all equal in length, and opposite sides are parallel.
Synonyms: Diamond, equilateral quadrilateral
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Diamonds in the rough: Used to describe something or someone with potential that is not yet fully developed. Example: "The new artist showed signs of talent, revealing diamonds in the rough."
- Square the circle: To attempt to do something that is impossible or extremely difficult. Example: "Trying to make the rhombus fit perfectly into the square was like squaring the circle."
Usage Examples
Example 1: A rhombus is often seen in patterns on the floors of buildings or in artwork, making things visually appealing.
Example 2: She drew a rhombus on her paper and decided to colour it in bright yellow.
Example 3: In geometry class, we learned that a rhombus is a type of parallelogram because its opposite sides are equal and parallel.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "rhombus" comes from the Greek word "rhombos," which means "to turn or spin"? This is because a rhombus looks like it can spin around its centre!
Famous Quote
"We shape our buildings; thereafter they shape us." Winston Churchill - This relates to the shape of a rhombus in architecture and design.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "rhombus" mean?
a) A shape with three sides
b) A flat shape with four equal sides
c) A type of triangle
d) A circular object
Answer: b) A flat shape with four equal sides
2. Which of these is a synonym of "rhombus"?
a) Circle
b) Diamond
c) Rectangle
d) Hexagon
Answer: b) Diamond
3. Which sentence uses "rhombus" correctly?
a) The rhombus flew high in the sky.
b) A rhombus has four equal sides and is not a square.
c) The rhombus swam in the ocean.
d) I saw a rhombus running in the park.
Answer: b) A rhombus has four equal sides and is not a square.
4. Which idiom relates to shapes like a rhombus?
a) As clear as mud
b) Diamonds in the rough
c) Square the circle
d) Break the ice
Answer: b) Diamonds in the rough
5. What is the opposite of "rhombus"?
a) N/A
b) Triangle
c) Cuboid
d) Polygon
Answer: a) N/A
