Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Grammar: Idioms

Question:

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Lion’s share

Options:

Largest share

Animal’s share

Limited share

Forceful share

Correct Answer:

Largest share

Explanation:

The most appropriate meaning of the idiom "lion’s share" is the largest share.

It is used to describe the biggest or most important part of something. The idiom is thought to have originated from the fable of the lion and the other animals, in which the lion takes the largest share of the food.

For example, you might say "The lion’s share of the profits went to the CEO." This means that the CEO received the largest share of the profits.

The other options are not accurate descriptions of the meaning of the idiom.

  • Animal’s share: This idiom is not related to animals.
  • Limited share: This idiom means the opposite of the lion's share.
  • Forceful share: This idiom means to take something by force.