Question

Identify the correct meaning of the given word:
Gargoyle
A) Stone spout
B) Golden eagle
C) Garish
D) Vile

Answer 1

Hint:
The word Gargoyle is associated with ancient architecture. The word gargoyle means a grotesque projecting from a gutter. They generally have an animal like or a human-like face. Therefore, a meaning similar to this will be the correct answer.

Complete answer:
Let us analyze each option one by one:
Option A is a stone spout. The phrase means a stone figure that is used to carry water. This meaning is similar to the meaning described in the hint. Therefore, option A is possibly correct.
Option B is a golden eagle. The phrase is not similar in meaning to the meaning of the word as described in the hint given above. Therefore, option B is incorrect.
Option C is garish. The word garish means to be very loud and bright. The given word is not similar in meaning to the meaning of the word as described in the hint given above. Therefore, option C is also incorrect.
Option D is Vile. The word vile means to be very unpleasant or foul. The meaning of the word is not similar to the meaning of the word as described in the hint given above. Therefore, option D is also incorrect.
So, the correct answer is “Option A”.

Note:
The word can have philosophical or architectural meaning. In such cases, the core meaning of the word needs to be identified. This will help in eliminating the wrong option and identify the correct one.