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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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lend someone a hand
What does lend someone a hand mean? | help someone. | "I can't do this alone. Can you lend me ahand?"
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screw around
What does "screw around" mean? | to loaf about, to pass time without doing anything | I screwed around all morning and did not get anything done.
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Bar fly
What does "Bar fly" mean? | A bar fly is a person who spends a lot of time drinking in different bars and pubs. |
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give (someone) one`s word
What does "give (someone) one`s word" mean? | to make a promise to someone | My friend gave me his word that he would meet me at the library.
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arse
What does "arse" mean? | ass; rear end; buttocks |
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done to a T
What does "done to a T" mean? | to be cooked just right | The steaks were done to a T and everybody was very happy with them.
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flea in one`s ear
What does "flea in one`s ear" mean? | an annoying hint, an idea or answer that is not welcome | Our boss has a flea in her ear about changing the way that the business operates.
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fit the mold
What does "fit the mold" mean? | to do what you expect, to do what is considered usual (usually used in the negative - does not fit the mold)
| Our teacher does not fit the mold of someone who volunteers to help homeless people every Saturday.
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have in mind
What does "have in mind" mean? | intend, plan | "What do you have in mind for your wife`s birthday?"
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eyes pop out (of one's head)
What does "eyes pop out (of one's head)" mean? | one is very surprised | My eyes popped out of my head when I saw the new computer that I got for my birthday.
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balls
What does "balls" mean? | courage; guts; daring-do (usually used to describe men) |
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comfort food
What does "comfort food" mean? | food that calms one down or reminds one of pleasant times |
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