Idioms
An idiom is defined as - a group of words whose meaning is different from the meanings of the individual words.
Idiom:
grounds for (something)
Meaning:
the basis or reason for legal action or a complaint
Example:
The fact that the man stole the money was grounds for his dismissal from the company.
List of common idioms, their meanings and examples of their usage in sentences
A group of words which have a different meaning when used together from the one they would have if you took the meaning of each word separately.