idiom

//ˈɪd.i.əm//
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Noun

idiomSingular
idiomsPlural
1

A group of words established by usage as having a meaning not deducible from those of the individual words.

"Break the ice" is a common English idiom meaning to start a conversation.

2

A form of expression natural to a language, person, or group of people.

She writes in a simple idiom that everyone can understand.

3

The dialect of a people or part of a country.

The local idiom of this region is quite different from standard English.

4

A characteristic mode of expression in music or art.

The composer developed a unique musical idiom that blended classical and folk elements.