Basic Details
Word: Tyre
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A rubber covering around a wheel, providing grip and protection for vehicles.
Synonyms: Wheel cover, tyre casing
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Kick the tyre: To check or test something quickly. Example: "Before buying the car, he decided to kick the tyre to see if it looked well maintained."
- Tyre fire: A chaotic situation that is hard to control. Example: "The project became a tyre fire after so many unexpected problems arose."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The car needs a new tyre because the current one has a big hole.
Example 2: During our road trip, we stopped to check the tyre pressure before continuing our journey.
Example 3: The garage offered free fitting when you bought a new tyre from them.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the world's first rubber tyre was invented in 1844 by Charles Goodyear, who discovered a way to make rubber more durable and resistant to heat?
Famous Quote
"Life is like a tyreif you dont check it regularly, it can end up flat when you least expect it." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "tyre" mean?
a) A type of food
b) A rubber covering around a wheel
c) A musical instrument
d) A piece of clothing
Answer: b) A rubber covering around a wheel
2. Which of these is a synonym of "tyre"?
a) Steering wheel
b) Tyre casing
c) Brake pad
d) Gear lever
Answer: b) Tyre casing
3. Which sentence uses "tyre" correctly?
a) The tyre was filled with water for the hot day.
b) The tyre broke while we were driving.
c) The tyre danced to the music.
d) The tyre painted a picture.
Answer: b) The tyre broke while we were driving.
4. Which idiom means to check or inspect quickly?
a) Kick the tyre
b) Tyre fire
c) A first-rate situation
d) A piece of cake
Answer: a) Kick the tyre
5. What is the opposite of "tyre"?
a) N/A
b) Wheel
c) Engine
d) Car
Answer: a) N/A
