Spell Bee Word: scruffy

Basic Details

Word: Scythe

Part of Speech: Noun

Meaning: A tool with a long curved blade used for cutting grass or crops.

Synonyms: Cutter, mower, reap-tool

Antonyms: Protector, gardener's fork, hoe

Idioms and Phrases

1. Reap what you sow: It means to face the consequences of your actions. Example: "If you dont study, you will reap what you sow in your exam results."
2. Cutting it close: To almost fail to meet a deadline or requirement. Example: "He was cutting it close by finishing his homework just before the bus arrived."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The farmer used a scythe to harvest the tall grass in the field.

Example 2: In ancient times, a scythe was an essential tool for many working on farms.

Example 3: As he swung the scythe, he felt the satisfaction of completing his task under the warm sun.

Fun Fact

Did you know that the scythe has been used for over 2,000 years and is a symbol of harvesting and the passing of time? It is often depicted in art and literature to represent the inevitability of death.

Famous Quote

"The scythe is a little space of all space, and in that space lies the search for the connection to the cosmos." Martin R. Green

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "scythe" mean?

a) A type of bird
b) A tool for cutting grass
c) A musical instrument
d) A kind of flower

Answer: b) A tool for cutting grass

2. Which of these is a synonym of "scythe"?

a) Bull
b) Cutter
c) Sickle
d) Axe

Answer: b) Cutter

3. Which word is an antonym of "scythe"?

a) Weeder
b) Gardener's fork
c) Rake
d) Hoe

Answer: b) Gardener's fork

4. Which sentence uses "scythe" correctly?

a) The scythe soared through the sky.
b) The musician played a lovely tune on his scythe.
c) He used a scythe to cut down the tall grass.
d) The dog chased the scythe across the field.

Answer: c) He used a scythe to cut down the tall grass.

5. What does "reap what you sow" mean?

a) To harvest crops at the right time
b) To face the consequences of your actions
c) To plant seeds in the garden
d) To spend time in the field

Answer: b) To face the consequences of your actions