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Term: idiomatic

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Relating to or using idioms, which are expressions that have a different meaning than the literal one; characteristic of a particular language, dialect, or group of people.

Senses:

1. Using or containing idioms.
2. Pertaining to a characteristic way of speaking or writing specific to a particular language, region, or group.
3. Informal and colloquial.

Examples:

1. The passage was written in an idiomatic style, full of local phrases and expressions.
2. In the Southern United States, "y'all" is an idiomatic term commonly used to address a group of people.
3. He has a great command of idiomatic English, making his writing sound natural and authentic.

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