Previous
Hyperbole
Definition of Idiom
An idiom is a phrase that conveys a figurative meaning that is difficult or impossible to understand based solely on a literal interpretation of the words in the phrase. For... read full definition
An idiom is a phrase that conveys a figurative meaning that is difficult or impossible to understand based solely on a literal interpretation of the... read full definition
An idiom is a phrase that conveys a figurative meaning that is difficult or impossible to understand based solely on... read full definition
Part 1, Chapter 13: Castles in the Air
Explanation and Analysis—Castles in the Air:
Little Women contains many snappy idioms. Idioms are phrases established by usage as having a meaning not deducible from those of the individual words. For instance, in Chapter 13, as the March girls discuss their future plans, Jo says mysteriously:
“I've got the key to my castle in the air, but whether I can unlock the door remains to be seen.”
Related Themes:
Part 2, Chapter 42: All Alone
Explanation and Analysis—Castles in the Air:
Little Women contains many snappy idioms. Idioms are phrases established by usage as having a meaning not deducible from those of the individual words. For instance, in Chapter 13, as the March girls discuss their future plans, Jo says mysteriously:
Unlock with LitCharts A+“I've got the key to my castle in the air, but whether I can unlock the door remains to be seen.”
Related Themes:
