Idioms
Uncle Tom's Cabin
by Harriet Beecher Stowe

Uncle Tom's Cabin: Idioms 1 key example

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
Chapter 1: A Man of Humanity
Explanation and Analysis—Weight in Gold:

In Chapter 1, Mr. Shelby uses an idiom to describe Eliza's value to his wife after Haley suggests he sell her to him as well: 

Mr. Haley, she is not to be sold, said Shelby. My wife would not part with her for her weight in gold.