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Philology and Journalism

August 18, 2023; Cambridge, UK: V International Scientific and Practical Conference «EDUCATION AND SCIENCE OF TODAY: INTERSECTORAL ISSUES AND DEVELOPMENT OF SCIENCES»


PAIRED PHRASES: EXPLORING THE SIGNIFICANCE OF BINOMIALS IN THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE


DOI
https://doi.org/10.36074/logos-18.08.2023.47
Published
31.08.2023

Abstract

Paired phrases, also known as idiomatic expressions or collocations, are combinations of words that frequently occur together and have a specific meaning. Yes, paired phrases are often referred to as binomials or binomial pairs. The term "binomial" comes from the Latin words "bi" (meaning "two") and "nomen" (meaning "name"). Binomials are expressions made up of two words or terms that are linked together and function as a single unit, often conveying a specific meaning or concept. [1] They are a common feature of many languages and are used to enhance expression, create vivid imagery, or convey nuanced meanings.

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