Idiomatic
Idiomatic
Idiomatic (/ɪdɪəˈmætɪk/; from the Greek idioma, "special property") is an adjective that refers to something relating to, or of the nature of, an idiom. An idiom is a phrase or expression that has a figurative or sometimes literal, meaning that is different from the literal meanings of the individual words themselves.
Etymology
The term "idiomatic" comes from the late 18th century, derived from the French idiomatique, and from the late Latin idiomaticus, from the Greek idiomatikos meaning 'peculiar, personal', from idioma (see idiom).
Related Terms
- Idiom: A phrase or expression that has a figurative or sometimes literal, meaning that is comprehended in regard to a common use of that expression that is separate from the literal meaning or definition of the words of which it is made.
- Idiomaticity: The quality or state of being idiomatic.
- Idiomatic Expression: An idiom, phrase, or expression that has a figurative or sometimes literal, meaning.
- Idiomatic Language: A language, dialect, or style of speaking that is characterized by the use of idioms.
- Idiomatic Phrase: A phrase that has a figurative meaning different from the literal meanings of its individual words.
- Idiomatic Usage: The use of words, phrases, or expressions in a way that is characteristic of a particular language, dialect, or style of speaking.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Idiomatic
- Wikipedia's article - Idiomatic
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