Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Grammar: Idioms

Question:

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Out of date

Options:

Being careless

Something old fashioned

A worthless fellow

A date seed

Correct Answer:

Something old fashioned

Explanation:

The most appropriate meaning of the given idiom "out of date" is something old fashioned.

It is used to describe something that is no longer fashionable or popular. The idiom is thought to have originated from the idea of a date that has passed its expiration date and is no longer edible.

For example, you might say "That style of dress is out of date." This means that the style of dress is no longer fashionable and is not being worn by many people.

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

  • Being careless: This idiom is more accurately described as "not paying attention to detail."
  • A worthless fellow: This idiom is more accurately described as "someone who is not worth much."
  • A date seed: This is not related to the meaning of the idiom.