idiom
/ˈɪdiəm/
noun
- A group of words whose meaning is different from the literal meaning of each word, used in a particular language or culture.
- The idiom 'break the ice' means to start a conversation in a friendly way.
- She used the idiom 'hit the nail on the head' to say his guess was exactly right.
- Learning idioms is important for sounding natural in a new language.
- A style or form of expression that is typical of a person, group, or artistic work.
- The author's literary idiom is known for its simplicity and emotional depth.
- His painting uses a visual idiom full of bright colors and bold shapes.
- The musician's jazz idiom blends traditional and modern sounds.
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