idiom

UK
/ˈɪdiəm/
US
/ˈɪdiəm/

Traduzioni

idiomnoun
idioms
pl
UK
/ˈɪdiəm/
US
/ˈɪdiəm/
The phrase 'kick the bucket' is an idiom meaning to die.
Фраза 'отбросить коньки' - это идиома, означающая умереть.
idiomadjective
UK
/ˈɪd.i.əm/
US
/ˈɪd.i.əm/
Used attributively before another noun to mean ‘relating to or consisting of idioms’.

Definizioni

idiomnoun
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.
idiomadjective
Relating to or consisting of idioms.
The teacher recommended an idiom dictionary for advanced learners.