Idioms
An idiom is a widely used saying or expression containing a figurative meaning that differs from the phrase's literal meaning.
Idiom:
in short supply
Meaning:
not enough, in less than the amount or number needed
Example:
Chairs were in short supply so some guests had to sit on the floor.
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.