Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
idiomatic expression
noun
/ˌɪdiəˈmætɪk ɪkˈsprɛʃən/
Definition
A combination of words that has a meaning that is different from the meanings of the individual words.
Examples
- “Kick the bucket” means to die.
- “Bite the bullet” means to endure a painful or difficult situation.
Meaning
Idiomatic expressions are phrases or sayings that convey a figurative meaning understood by native speakers, rather than a literal interpretation.
Synonyms
- Phrase
- Saying
- Colloquialism
