Idioms
An idiom is a widely used saying or expression containing a figurative meaning that differs from the phrase's literal meaning.
Idiom:
play around/about with (someone or something)
Meaning:
to engage in some play with someone or something
Example:
The boy was playing around with the dog when his mother entered the room.
List of common idioms, their meanings and examples of their usage in sentences
Idioms can be a powerful linguistic tool only when they are used in the right way in the right places.