Idiom and Shibboleth

Idiom

Idiom noun - A sequence of words having a specific meaning.
Usage example: the English idiom “how are you doing?” is our version of a greeting that in some other languages can be translated as “how are you going?”
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Synonyms for Idiom

Shibboleth and idiom are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Shibboleth" instead a noun "Idiom".

Nearby Words: idiotic, idiot, idiotically, idiomatic

Shibboleth

Shibboleth noun - An attention-getting word or phrase used to publicize something (as a campaign or product).
Usage example: we knew that their claim of giving “the best deal in town” was just a shibboleth
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Synonyms for Shibboleth

Idiom and shibboleth are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Idiom" instead a noun "Shibboleth".
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