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idiom

/ˈɪdɪəm/

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noun

成语，惯用语.

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

Examples :

"The phrase "raining cats and dogs" is an idiom that means it's raining very hard. "

“raining cats and dogs”这个短语是一个idiom，也就是一个成语或者惯用语，意思是雨下得非常大。

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noun

方言, 土语

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

Examples :

"The local dialect, a specific idiom of the area, is used by many older residents in their daily conversations at the market. "

当地的方言，是这个地区特有的一种土语，很多上了年纪的居民在市场闲聊时还会用它。

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noun

成语，惯用语。

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

Examples :

""Break a leg" is an idiom; it means 'good luck' but literally means nothing about breaking a bone. "

“Break a leg” 是一个成语，意思是“祝你好运”，但字面意思和骨折没有任何关系。

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noun

风格，格调。

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

Examples :

"The Impressionist idiom is evident in the painting, showcasing the vibrant colors and loose brushstrokes characteristic of the style. "

这幅画作展现出鲜明的印象派风格，鲜艳的色彩和松散的笔触正是这种风格的典型特征。

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noun

习惯用法，成语。

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

Examples :

"The programming language uses the `idiom` of "if-then-else" statements to control the flow of the program. "

这种编程语言使用“if-then-else”语句这种`习惯用法`来控制程序的流程。

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