Basic Details
Word: Rod
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A long, thin, straight piece of material, usually made of wood or metal.
Synonyms: Bar, stick, pole
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Run someone up a rod: To trick or deceive someone. Example: "He tried to run me up a rod with his false promises about the project."
- Beat someone with a rod: To scold or punish someone severely for their mistakes. Example: "He didnt mean to upset her; he just felt like he was being beaten with a rod for a minor error."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The fisherman used a strong rod to catch a large fish from the river.
Example 2: The children found a thick rod to support their makeshift tent during their camping trip.
Example 3: In science class, we learned how to measure the length of a rod using a ruler and tape measure.
Fun Fact
The word "rod" comes from the Old English word "rodd," which was used to refer to a straight, long stick. Rods have been used throughout history for various purposes, from fishing to construction.
Famous Quote
"The rod of iron may be broken, but it was forged with care and strength." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "rod" mean?
a) A type of fish
b) A long, thin piece of material
c) A kind of tool
d) A large animal
Answer: b) A long, thin piece of material
2. Which of these is a synonym of "rod"?
a) Tree
b) Bar
c) Chair
d) House
Answer: b) Bar
3. Which sentence uses "rod" correctly?
a) The rod flew over the moon.
b) She used the rod to point at the map.
c) The rod sang a happy song.
d) The rod danced at the party.
Answer: b) She used the rod to point at the map.
4. Which idiom means to trick someone?
a) Run someone up a rod
b) Beat someone with a rod
c) As lively as a lion
d) Cast in stone
Answer: a) Run someone up a rod
5. What is the opposite of "rod"?
a) N/A
b) Circle
c) Cube
d) Square
Answer: a) N/A
