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Is touch base one word?
No. It is two words. It is an idiomatic verb phrase, meaning to keep someone informed. It comes from the term in cricket or baseball.
What is the dictionary of every English word and its origin?
Due to the fact that language is always changing, such a dictionary is more of a hope than a reality. The Oxford English Dictionary is as close as you can come as it is compendious and has an etymological explanation, together with a list of historical uses of the word which demonstrate its meaning, for every entry. Supplements have been added to it to try to keep it abreast of changing usage.
Why is there a positive meaning for the word bad in slang?
In slang, the word "bad" can have a positive meaning because it is used to describe something as exceptionally good or impressive. This shift in meaning may have originated from the idea of being rebellious or daring, which can be seen as cool or attractive in certain contexts.
What word has been omitted from the dictionary?
Words associated with Christianity, the monarchy and British history have been dropped from a leading dictionary for children. Words associated with Christianity, the monarchy and British history have been dropped from a leading dictionary for children. Oxford University Press has removed words like "aisle", "bishop", "chapel", "empire" and "monarch" from its Junior Dictionary and replaced them with words like "blog", "broadband" and "celebrity". Dozens of words related to the countryside have also been culled.
What are the literal and figurative meanings of 'keep your hand on the plow'?
The literal meaning of "keep your hand on the plow" is to continue working diligently and not give up. The figurative meaning is to persist in one's efforts, stay focused on goals, and not be distracted by obstacles or challenges.
What is the idiomatic meaning of keep the pot boiling?
The idiomatic meaning of keep the pot boiling means to to keep it going actively.
What is the meaning of the idiomatic expression 'keep it dark'?
The expression "Keep it dark" refers to telling someone to keep a secret. The phrase uses the imagery of staying in the dark as something that should remain unseen.
What is keep up the work in idiomatic expression?
"Keep up the work" really isn't a common idiom, so I don't have another idiom that means the same. Sometimes you hear "keep up the good work," which means to continue doing a good job, to keep on with the quality you're doing now. However, I still can't think of another idiomatic expression that means the same thing...
What idiomatic expression means to keep a matter secret?
keep it under the hat
What do you mean by the idiomatic expression - keep a person in the dark?
It means to keep them unaware, to keep them from finding out the truth.
What is the meaning of an idiomatic expression to keep an eye?
An excellent expression. To keep an eye, or to keep an eye on things means to maintain a watchful eye. You monitor what is happening with an appropriate zeal to the occasion. Another idiom would be, to keep an eye peeled. It means you are watching and protecting something, or someone.
Meaning of maintenance?
The meaning of maintenance is to preserve or keep something in good condition.
What does it mean if you keep dreaming that your 2year old daughter dies in different ways?
Find out the meaning behind your dream at expirianceproject.com/dream-dictionary/c .
What is the meaning of keep ones head in idiomatic expression?
It is a horse-racing term. If you keep control of a horse's head, you control the way that the horse runs, and how fast it goes. Keeping your head means keeping control of yourself and staying calm in all situations.
What is the meaning of the idiomatic expression stay in your backyard?
Think of someone trying to get out of their backyard and trespassing on someone else's yard. This phrase means "mind your own business and stay out of mine." It's an emphatic order to keep to yourself.
What is the most famous idiom?
Here is the list of Top Ten Idiomatic Expressions according to the "Official Top List" website (link below)Piece of Cake (meaning easy)Under the Weather (meaning not feeling well)Rise and Shine (meaning get up and get moving)Keep your chin up (meaning be brave)Tickled Pink (meaning flushed with happiness)Butterflies in your stomach (meaning nervous)Bend over backwards (meaning to do everything possible for a solution)In the same boat (meaning everyone has the same situation)End of the road (meaning it's over)Break a leg (meaning good luck in the theater)
How do you use the idiomatic expression 'a white elephant' in the sentence?
A white elephant means 'something useless and expensive to keep'
