Definitions

1. noun

A phrase or expression that has a figurative, or sometimes literal, meaning that is different from the literal meaning of the individual words

“The phrase ‘break a leg’ is an idiom that means ‘good luck’.”

2. noun

A mode of expression used in a particular language or by a particular group

“The idiom of the jazz musicians was influenced by their African roots.”

3. verb

To express or describe something using idioms

“She idiomatically used phrases to convey her emotions.”