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idiom

/ˈɪdiəm/

idiomnoun

idioms

/ˈɪdiəm/

Translations

The phrase 'kick the bucket' is an idiom meaning to die.

Фраза 'отбросить коньки' - это идиома, означающая умереть.

Definitions

A group of words established by usage as having a meaning not deducible from those of the individual words.

The phrase 'kick the bucket' is an idiom meaning 'to die'.

A form of expression natural to a language, person, or group of people.

His novels are written in the idiom of the American South.

A characteristic mode of expression in music or art.

The composer's work is known for its unique idiom that blends classical and modern elements.

Synonyms

turn of phrase

idiomadjective

/ˈɪd.i.əm/

Used attributively before another noun to mean ‘relating to or consisting of idioms’.

Definitions

Relating to or consisting of idioms.

The teacher recommended an idiom dictionary for advanced learners.