Multiple choice

A white elephant means something which is ________.

  1. graceful

  2. gigantic

  3. rare

  4. costly and useless

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D Correct answer
Explanation

A white elephant refers to a costly, burdensome possession that is useless or difficult to dispose of - often expensive to maintain but providing little value. Originating from Thai kings giving sacred white elephants to courtiers, the gift would ruin the recipient through maintenance costs.