ideoms
Ideoms, more commonly spelled idioms, are fixed expressions whose meaning cannot be deduced from the literal meanings of their individual words. The form ideoms is a frequent misspelling in English and in other contexts.
Etymology: The term idiom derives from the Greek idion or idios meaning "one's own" and a suffix
Characteristics: Idioms are conventionalized sequences with fixed wording and nonliteral meanings. They are often culture-specific and
Usage and translation: Idioms enrich speech and writing by conveying meaning efficiently and adding color. They
Examples: break the ice, let the cat out of the bag, cost an arm and a leg,