American Idioms and Expressions

The Particulars Of (something) 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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the particulars of (something)
What does the particulars of (something) mean?		 the specific details about somethingI have no knowledge of the particulars of my father's business dealings.

Some Random Idioms
WIA
What does "WIA" mean?		 wounded in action
have a bone to pick with (someone)
What does "have a bone to pick with (someone)" mean?		 have a disagreement to discuss with someoneI have a bone to pick with my boss because of his criticism of me.
in shambles
What does "in shambles" mean?		 in a messy stateThe house was in shambles after the two little boys played in it all day.
gun for (someone)
What does "gun for (someone)" mean?		 to look hard for a chance to harm or defeat someoneMy supervisor has been gunning for me for a long time and I do not know why.
shank
What does "shank" mean?		knife; blade
ass
What does "ass" mean?		a worthless, descpicable person. You're such an ass; I never want to see you again.
Bad taste in your mouth
What does "Bad taste in your mouth" mean?		 If something leaves you with a bad taste in your mouth, you feel there is something wrong or bad about it.
get a break
What does "get a break" mean?		 to get an opportunity or good deal We were able to get a break on the price of the paint and we saved much money.

eat (someone) for breakfast
What does "eat (someone) for breakfast" mean?		 to defeat someone easilyThe young wrestler can eat the older wrestler for breakfast.
stinker
What does "stinker" mean?		person who is undesirable or disgusting
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