Measure for Measure Literary Devices

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

Explanation and Analysis—A French Crown:

Speaking to a small group of assembled Viennese gentlemen, Lucio uses an idiom common in Shakespeare’s day: a French crown.

LUCIO
Behold, behold, where Madam Mitigation
comes! I have purchased as many diseases under
her roof as come to—

SECOND GENTLEMAN
To what, I pray?

LUCIO
Judge.

SECOND GENTLEMAN
To three thousand dolors a year.

FIRST GENTLEMAN
Ay, and more.

LUCIO
A French crown more.

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Measure for Measure: Idioms 1 key example

Definition of Idiom