American Idioms and Expressions

To Lay Over 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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to lay over
What does to lay over mean?
to arrive somewhere and wait some time before continuing a journeyWe were told that we will have to lay over in London for nine hours before we go on to Kenya.

Some Random Idioms
butt in (on someone or something)
What does "butt in (on someone or something)" mean?
to interrupt someone or something I do not like that woman because she always butts in on our conversation while we are talking.

see eye to eye (with someone)
What does "see eye to eye (with someone)" mean?
to agree with someoneWe do not always see eye to eye on things but generally I have a good relationship with my friend.
veg
What does "veg" mean?
relax; take it easy; do very little
get on one`s high horse
What does "get on one`s high horse" mean?
to behave with arroganceOur boss likes to get on his high horse and give orders to everyone.
put in a good word for (someone)
What does "put in a good word for (someone)" mean?
to say something in support of someoneI put in a good word for my friend when I was meeting with my boss and supervisor.
need one's head examined
What does "need one's head examined" mean?
to make remarks or do actions that are wrong or stupidMy teacher needs her head examined. It will be impossible to finish the project before Monday.
How do you like them apples
What does "How do you like them apples" mean?
This idiomatic expression is used to express surprise or shock at something that has happened. It can also be used to boast about something you have done.
work out
What does "work out" mean?
exerciseHe spends most weekends working out at the health club.
(not) hear of (something)
What does "(not) hear of (something)" mean?
not tolerate or permit somethingI will not hear of my aunt staying in a hotel when she visits us.
on campus
What does "on campus" mean?
located on the grounds of a college or universityThere was a small bank on campus which many of the students used.
trials and tribulations
What does "trials and tribulations" mean?
problems and tests of one's courage and perseveranceMy aunt has gone through many trials and tribulations in her life.
crack gallery
What does "crack gallery" mean?
place where crack is bought and sold

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