Question

Choose the correct meaning of the idiom/phrase.
Oily tongue
A. Flattery
B. Hungry person
C. Strong critic
D. Rich food

Answer 1

Hint:The idiom “oily tongue” means a person who is very smooth with words or someone who praises others, flattering. Example: He is a teacher's favourite because of his oily tongue. We will look for an option that means similar to the meaning of this given idiom.

Complete answer:
Let us analyse each option individually in detail to figure out the correct answer with the help of the above stated hint.
Flattery:- The word ‘flattery’ trying to please someone or praise them in order to make an impression. This is similar in meaning to the given phrase. Therefore, this is the correct option.
Hungry person:- The term ‘hungry person’ means someone who has not eaten for a long time. This is not close to the meaning of the given phrase. Therefore, this is not the correct option.
Strong critic:- The term ‘strong critic’ means someone who criticises or points out the flaws. This is not close to the meaning of the given phrase. Therefore, this is not the correct option.
Rich food:- The term ‘rich food’ means food that is fine in taste and overall quality. This is not close to the meaning of the given phrase. Therefore, this is not the correct option.

Hence, the correct answer is option A.

Note: Idioms and phrases are a group of words that have cultural meanings. They don't necessarily mean simply as the independent words consisting of them. Example:- ‘’born with a silver spoon”. Here, it doesn’t mean someone is born with a spoon that is silver, it means someone who is born in a rich family and has access to immense luxuries and liberties right from their birth.