What is the meaning of the phrase" jack

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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Grammar: Idioms

Question:

What is the meaning of the phrase" jack of all trades"?

Options:

to be famous

a person who trades in many commodities

a person who can do many different types of work.

master of every work

Correct Answer:

a person who can do many different types of work.

Explanation:

The answer is (3) a person who can do many different types of work.

The other options are incorrect.

(1) to be famous does not fit the meaning of the phrase. Jack of all trades is a descriptive phrase, while famous is a subjective term.
(2) a person who trades in many commodities is a different concept. A trader is someone who buys and sells goods, while a jack of all trades is someone who can do many different types of work.
(4) master of every work is the opposite of the meaning of the phrase. Jack of all trades means that someone is not an expert in any one area, while master of every work means that someone is an expert in all areas.