idiom

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈɪdɪəm/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

A manner of speaking, a mode of expression peculiar to a language, person, or group of people.

2 Definition

A language or language variety; specifically, a restricted dialect used in a given historical period, context etc.

3 Definition

An established expression whose meaning is not deducible from the literal meanings of its component words, often peculiar to a given language.

4 Definition

An artistic style (for example, in art, architecture, or music); an instance of such a style.

5 Definition

A programming construct or phraseology that is characteristic of the language.