Definition of Idiom
Idiom
i·di·om
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A phrase or expression with a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning.
e.g. The idiom "break a leg" means "good luck" in the theater.
(noun)
a distinct style or character of something in art, music, writing, etc.;
e.g. The use of lots of detailed imagery in writing is a part of her idiom as an author.
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