The Big Book of Idioms and Phrases is a quick reference guide to idiomatic expressions that explains the meanings of each idiom, and some examples.

Idioms and Phrases are being taught in elementary and high school as part of the curriculum for the English language subjects. You can use The Big Book of Idioms and Phrases as your dictionary to help you understand common phrases used in regular conversations.

Idioms and Phrases Example #1:
A Dime A Dozen
Meaning: Anything that is common and easy to get
Example: For some, success is a dime a dozen.
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Idioms and Phrases Example #2:
Know The Ropes
Meaning: To understand the details
Example: He knows the ropes about business.
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Idioms and Phrases Example #3:
Salad Days
Meaning: Youthful, foolish days
Example: Everyone misses their salad days.
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Idioms and Phrases Example #4:
When Pigs Fly
Meaning: Never
Example: I will become a billionaire when pigs fly.
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Idioms and Phrases Example #5:
Queer The Pitch
Meaning: Destroy or ruin a plan
Example: The team lost when the queered the pitch of the coach.
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Idioms and Phrases Example #6:
One’s Name Is Mud
Meaning: Someone is unpopular
Example: No one listens to him because his name is mud