What does IDIOM mean?

Idiom

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: An expression that cannot be understood from the meanings of its individual words, but has a separate meaning of its own.

Pronunciation: US: /ˈɪd.i.əm/; UK: /ˈɪd.i.əm/

Origin and Usage: The word "idiom" comes from the Greek word "idioma," which means "peculiarity" or "special feature." Idioms are commonly used in everyday language and are often specific to a particular language or culture. They can be difficult for non-native speakers to understand because the meaning of the idiom is not related to the literal meaning of the words used.

Synonyms: Expression, phrase, saying, colloquialism, turn of phrase.

Related Words: Phrase, slang, jargon, trope, cliché.

Example Sentences:

• Shes always using idioms that I don understand.
• Its raining cats and dogs outside, which is an idiom that means its raining heavily.
• Hes a bit of a loose cannon, which is an idiom that means hes unpredictable.