Basic Details
Word: Thread
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A long, thin strand of material used for sewing or weaving.
Synonyms: Fibre, string, filament
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Spin a thread: To tell a story or relate information in detail. Example: "He began to spin a thread about his travels around the world."
- To pull at the thread: To investigate or look deeper into a subject that may reveal more information. Example: "When she found the missing file, she decided to pull at the thread to see who had taken it."
Usage Examples
Example 1: She used a needle and thread to sew the button back onto her shirt.
Example 2: The artist combined different colours of thread to create a beautiful tapestry.
Example 3: In class, we learned how to weave fabric using a loom and colourful threads.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the art of sewing with thread dates back over 20,000 years? Early humans used animal sinew and plant fibres as the first threads!
Famous Quote
"The threads of life are woven together, creating a tapestry of experiences." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "thread" mean?
a) A type of animal
b) A long, thin strand for sewing
c) A kind of food
d) A type of tool
Answer: b) A long, thin strand for sewing
2. Which of these is a synonym of "thread"?
a) Rubber
b) Fibre
c) Wood
d) Metal
Answer: b) Fibre
3. Which sentence uses "thread" correctly?
a) The thread jumped over the chair.
b) She painted the thread blue.
c) He found a thread to fix his toy.
d) The thread ran quickly down the street.
Answer: c) He found a thread to fix his toy.
4. Which idiom means to tell a detailed story?
a) Spin a thread
b) To pull at the thread
c) In deep water
d) Hit the nail on the head
Answer: a) Spin a thread
5. What is the opposite of "thread"?
a) N/A
b) Stone
c) Fabric
d) Needle
Answer: a) N/A
