idiom

noun
UK: /ˈɪdiəm/
US: /ˈɪdiəm/

  1. A group of words whose meaning is different from the individual words, a common expression.

    1. "Break a leg" is an idiom that means good luck for actors.
    2. Learning English involves mastering many idioms, like "raining cats and dogs".

  2. A style or manner of expression characteristic of a particular person or group.

    1. The artist developed a unique idiom in his paintings.
    2. Her writing idiom is very descriptive, full of metaphors and similes; her use of idiom made it interesting.

Synonyms

expression saying phrase style

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "idiom" in English means: A group of words whose meaning is different from the individual words, a common expression., A style or manner of expression characteristic of a particular person or group..

The phonetic transcription of "idiom" is /ˈɪdiəm/ in British English and /ˈɪdiəm/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "idiom": expression, saying, phrase, style.

Example usage of "idiom": ""Break a leg" is an idiom that means good luck for actors.". More examples on the page.