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What is a phrase unique to a particular language called?
A phrase unique to a particular language is called an "idiom." Idioms often have meanings that cannot be derived from the individual words used in the phrase.
What is the difference between an idiom and a descriptive phrase?
An idiom is a phrase whose meaning is not easily deduced from the individual words used, often carrying a symbolic or cultural connotation. A descriptive phrase, on the other hand, is simply a phrase that describes something without the use of figurative language.
What does the idiom to coin a phrase mean?
The idiom "to coin a phrase" means to invent or originate a new phrase or expression. It is often used when someone comes up with a clever or witty saying that becomes popular.
The phrase on the fence is an example of what type of figure of speech?
The phrase "on the fence" is an example of an idiom, specifically one that is used to describe someone who is undecided or uncommitted about a particular issue or decision.
Is an idiom a cliche?
No. An idiom is a phrase whose meaning cannot be determined by context. A cliche is a stale quotation or phrase that has been overused.Example idiom: He was feeling under the weatheryesterday, but today he's fine.Example cliche: Think outside of the box.
What does phrase dusted and disgusted mean?
Dusted and Disgusted is a song, well, a rap song, from E-40 featuring Tupac Shakur. Dusted and disgusted tells a story of how women can't be trusted and how disgusted the singer is with them and how he dusts those that cross him. To dust someone is to kill them. So, it's not an idiom, per se, but a song lyric.
Tulisa's relationship done n dusted?
No it's not
Is standing at a phrase or idiom?
Can you figure out the meaning by defining the terms? Yes, so it's a phrase instead of an idiom.
Is 'out of pocket' a phrase?
Yes
Is laid its eyes idiom or run on entry?
The phrase "laid eyes on" is an idiom.
Is 'don't insult my judgment' an idiom?
An idiom is a phrase that doesn't make any sense unless you know the idiomatic definition. This phrase means exactly what it looks like, so it's not an idiom.
Is the room grew silent an idiom?
An idiom is a phrase that doesn't make any sense unless you know the definition. This phrase makes perfect sense, so it is not an idiom. The room became quiet.
Is 'stuck in a road' an idiom?
Stuck in a rut is a phrase, but I am not sure if an idiom is the same thing as a phrase. You may be thinking of a cliche and "stuck in a RUT" is a cliche. "Stuck in a road" is neither cliche nor idiom.
What is a phrase unique to a particular language called?
A phrase unique to a particular language is called an "idiom." Idioms often have meanings that cannot be derived from the individual words used in the phrase.
What figure of speech is the phrase out of the blue?
idiom
Is the phrase piece of cake a idiom?
yes
What is the idiom for phrase be idle?
to do nothing nothing to do
