Spell Bee Word: waffle

Basic Details

Word: Waffle

Part of Speech: Noun

Meaning: A light, crisp cake made from batter and cooked in a special mould with a grid pattern.

Synonyms: Gridcake, waffle cake

Antonyms: N/A

Idioms and Phrases

1. Waffle on: To talk a lot in a confusing way and not get to the point. Example: "He tends to waffle on during meetings instead of sharing clear ideas."
2. Waffle maker: A machine used to cook waffles. Example: "We used the waffle maker on Sunday morning to prepare delicious breakfast treats."

Usage Examples

Example 1: For breakfast, I enjoyed a warm waffle topped with fresh strawberries and syrup.

Example 2: The local caf is famous for its delicious waffles served with whipped cream.

Example 3: My mother bought a new waffle maker to try different recipes at home.

Fun Fact

Did you know that waffles have been enjoyed since the Middle Ages? They were originally cooked over an open fire between two metal plates, similar to how they are made today!

Famous Quote

"Life is like a waffle: full of holes, but sweet on the inside." Unknown

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "waffle" mean?

a) A type of bread
b) A light, crisp cake
c) A kind of fruit
d) A soft drink

Answer: b) A light, crisp cake

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

a) Gridcake
b) Pudding
c) Biscuit
d) Cake

Answer: a) Gridcake

3. Which sentence uses "waffle" correctly?

a) I made a waffle for lunch.
b) The waffle flew over the trees.
c) A waffle is swimming in the sea.
d) The waffle jumped high in the air.

Answer: a) I made a waffle for lunch.

4. Which idiom means to talk without making clear points?

a) Waffle on
b) Speak your mind
c) Straight to the point
d) Beat around the bush

Answer: a) Waffle on

5. What is the opposite of "waffle"?

a) N/A
b) Crpe
c) Brownie
d) Cake

Answer: a) N/A