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idiomatic

/ˌɪdi.əˈmætɪk/ · noun

Meaning

  1. A manner of speaking, a mode of expression peculiar to a language, person, or group of people.
  2. A language or language variety; specifically, a restricted dialect used in a given historical period, context etc.
  3. An established expression whose meaning is not deducible from the literal meanings of its component words, often peculiar to a given language.
  4. An artistic style (for example, in art, architecture, or music); an instance of such a style.
  5. A programming construct or phraseology that is characteristic of the language.
  6. Pertaining or conforming to the natural mode of expression of a language.
  7. Containing or using many idioms.
  8. Resembling or characteristic of an idiom.
  9. Parts or pieces which are written both within the natural physical limitations of the instrument and human body and, less so or less often, the styles of playing used on specific instruments.

Etymology / origin

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Sources

  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data
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