Basic Details
Word: Tusk
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A long, pointed tooth that sticks out from the mouth of animals like elephants and wild boars.
Synonyms: Tooth, fang
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- By the tusks: To be unexpectedly wrong or mistaken. Example: "He thought he knew the answer, but he was completely by the tusks."
- Dont cry over smashed tusks: Don't be upset over something that cannot be changed. Example: "She lost the game, but her coach reminded her, 'Dont cry over smashed tusks; just keep practising!'"
Usage Examples
Example 1: The elephant proudly displayed its long tusks as it walked through the savannah.
Example 2: Harry was fascinated by the ancient mammoth tusks on display at the museum.
Example 3: The wild boar's tusks made it look fierce as it dug into the ground for food.
Fun Fact
Tusks are actually elongated teeth and can be used for digging, lifting objects, or even fighting. In elephants, tusks can grow over a metre long!
Famous Quote
"The elephant is a rare beast, unique among creatures; it has two impressive tusks, and yet it remains gentle. Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "tusk" mean?
a) A type of branch
b) A long tooth from some animals
c) A piece of fruit
d) A kind of shell
Answer: b) A long tooth from some animals
2. Which of these is a synonym of "tusk"?
a) Foot
b) Tooth
c) Tail
d) Ear
Answer: b) Tooth
3. Which sentence uses "tusk" correctly?
a) The tusk is an animal that swims in the ocean.
b) She painted a tusk on the wall for decoration.
c) The elephant's tusk was broken during the fight.
d) The bird built a nest in the tusk.
Answer: c) The elephant's tusk was broken during the fight.
4. Which idiom suggests an unexpected mistake?
a) By the tusks
b) Dont cry over smashed tusks
c) As brave as a lion
d) The early bird catches the worm
Answer: a) By the tusks
5. What is the opposite of "tusk"?
a) N/A
b) Toothbrush
c) Tail
d) Hand
Answer: a) N/A
