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What is an expression whose meaning is different from the meaning of its individual words?
"The early bird catches the worm" is an expression that means it's advantageous to act early or ahead of others, but the literal meaning of the words does not convey this message.
What type of figurative language is dig you?
To dig, as in to understand or appreciate something, is not figurative language. Some sources hypothesize that it derives from an African dialectical word, degg, meaning to understand. Others credit Irish Gaelic and the word dtuig, which has the same definition.
Boot a computer means to?
Start the computer. I comes from the expression "to pull one self up by the bootstraps" meaning to get going on your own with out assistance from others.
Is the Latin expression 'et al' proper for a greeting?
No. It's short for 'Et alii', meaning 'and others' Salve! is a good Latin greeting. It translates to: Be well!
What is iron discipline?
It's an expression meaning strong determination in self or, if supervising others, a tough no-nonsense inflexibility in ensuring everyone follows the rules and procedures specified.
What the bloody hell?
It is an expression or sometimes a profanity to others but mostly it is an expression used by Australian people.
What is an intentional departure from a normal meaning of a word?
An intentional departure from a normal meaning of a word is called a figurative language or a figure of speech. This can include metaphors, similes, personification, and hyperbole, among others, that create a more expressive or imaginative way of conveying meaning. It is a deliberate choice by a writer or speaker to add depth or emphasis to their communication.
What is the meaning of the idiomatic expression 'Get in the way of others'?
If you get in the way, you are blocking their path and standing in front of them. You can also be in the way if your actions prevent them from doing something they want to do, as in "You're in the way of my next promotion."
How many figurative languages are there?
There are many types of figurative language, such as similes, metaphors, personification, hyperbole, and idioms, among others. The exact number can vary depending on how specific you want to get with different types and variations.
What is another term used for figure of speech?
Various synonymous terms and phrases are available for "figure of speech". Perhaps the most common would be "device", but "expression" and "trope" and "turn of phrase", among others, are also possible.
What others is one-fifht equivalent to?
.20 is the decimal expression
What figurative language is ripple?
Ripple refers to an AC component riding on an DC rail but it can refers to others circuit as well.
