Basic Details
Word: Swimsuit
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A piece of clothing worn for swimming or sunbathing.
Synonyms: Bathing suit, swimwear
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Swim with the tide: To go along with the majority or current situation. Example: "He decided to swim with the tide and joined the popular club at school."
- All wet: To be wrong or mistaken on a topic. Example: "If you think you can pass the test without studying, you're all wet!"
Usage Examples
Example 1: She packed her swimsuit and towel for a fun day at the beach.
Example 2: The bright yellow swimsuit was perfect for showing off under the summer sun.
Example 3: During the swimming lesson, he wore a comfortable swimsuit designed for easy movement in the water.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the first modern swimsuits were made of wool in the late 19th century? They were heavy and not very comfortable, but they have evolved into todays lightweight and quick-drying materials!
Famous Quote
"Life is like swimming. You have to keep your head above water." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "swimsuit" mean?
a) A type of shoe
b) A piece of clothing for swimming
c) A kind of sports equipment
d) A type of hat
Answer: b) A piece of clothing for swimming
2. Which of these is a synonym of "swimsuit"?
a) T-shirt
b) Bathing suit
c) Shorts
d) Skirt
Answer: b) Bathing suit
3. Which sentence uses "swimsuit" correctly?
a) The swimsuit was hanging from the tree.
b) She wore her swimsuit to the swimming pool.
c) He played football in his swimsuit.
d) The cat was sleeping in a swimsuit.
Answer: b) She wore her swimsuit to the swimming pool.
4. Which idiom means to go along with the majority?
a) Swim with the tide
b) All wet
c) Fish out of water
d) Like a fish in water
Answer: a) Swim with the tide
5. What is the opposite of "swimsuit"?
a) N/A
b) Hiking boots
c) Winter coat
d) Sunglasses
Answer: a) N/A
