Basic Details
Word: Scavenger
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: An animal or person that collects things that others have left behind; often refers to those that feed on waste or leftovers.
Synonyms: Forager, collector, hunter
Antonyms: Provider, gatherer
Idioms and Phrases
- Scavenger hunt: A game in which participants search for specific items in a designated area. Example: "We organised a scavenger hunt in the park for my birthday party."
- Scavenging for scraps: Looking for small leftovers or remnants, often used metaphorically. Example: "After the party, we were scavenging for scraps of food in the kitchen."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The scavenger birds circled above, waiting for their chance to feast on the remains of the meal.
Example 2: In the school project, we acted as scavengers, collecting items from around the yard to learn about recycling.
Example 3: The scavenger hunt was a thrilling adventure, as we raced to find all the hidden treasures before time ran out.
Fun Fact
Did you know that some scavenger animals, like vultures, have excellent eyesight and can spot carrion from miles away? Their role helps the ecosystem by cleaning up dead animals.
Famous Quote
"When they say 'one man's trash is another man's treasure,' it reflects the scavenger's knack for finding value where others see waste." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "scavenger" mean?
a) An animal that sleeps
b) A person collecting leftovers
c) A type of flower
d) A large stone
Answer: b) A person collecting leftovers
2. Which of these is a synonym of "scavenger"?
a) Gatherer
b) Dancer
c) Baker
d) Painter
Answer: a) Gatherer
3. Which sentence uses "scavenger" correctly?
a) The scavenger sang a beautiful song.
b) The scavenger dug up the garden.
c) The scavenger collected items from the beach after the storm.
d) The scavenger painted the wall.
Answer: c) The scavenger collected items from the beach after the storm.
4. Which idiom relates to "scavenger"?
a) Scavenging for scraps
b) Jumping for joy
c) Walking on sunshine
d) Sweet as honey
Answer: a) Scavenging for scraps
5. What is the opposite of "scavenger"?
a) Finder
b) Provider
c) Keeper
d) Cleaner
Answer: b) Provider
