American Idioms and Expressions

GMT Idiom

This database is a comprehensive collection of all the American idioms and slang available. American Idioms are many and varied. We hope you enjoy our collection. We are adding more all the time. .

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GMT
What does GMT mean?		 Greenwich Mean Time - a place in England used as the standard for time around the world Greenwich Mean Time - a place in England used as the standard for time around the worldThe rocket will be launched at 10:00 AM tomorrow GMT.

Some Random Idioms
face value
What does "face value" mean?		 the value or price printed on a stamp/bond/note/paper moneyThe face value of the stamp was very low but it was worth a lot of money.
flip out
What does "flip out" mean?		 to go crazy, to become very angryShe flipped out when she heard that I had damaged her car.
dine out
What does "dine out" mean?		 to eat a meal at a restaurant I love to dine out at good restaurants.

cash cow
What does "cash cow " mean?		 a good source of moneyHis new business is a cash cow and he is making much money.
lead off
What does "lead off" mean?		 begin, start, openThe golfer was the first to lead off in the tournament.
horse sense
What does "horse sense" mean?		 good judgement, wisdom in making decisionsHe has good horse sense so you can expect him to make an intelligent decision.
under one`s belt
What does "under one`s belt" mean?		 in one`s experience or possession, gained by effort and skill Now that I have some job experience under my belt I will have more chances to apply for a good job.

abide by a decision
What does "abide by a decision" mean?		 to follow the orders that a court or judge has given The company was forced to abide by the decision of the judge.

Even a broken clock is right twice a day
What does "Even a broken clock is right twice a day" mean?		 This is used when people get lucky and are undeservedly successful.('Even a stopped clock is right twice a day' is also used.)
Paddle your own canoe
What does "Paddle your own canoe" mean?		 If you paddle your own canoe, you do things for yourself without outside help.
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