set phrase

• Expression figée ou groupe de mots qui sont généralement utilisés ensemble et dont le sens ne peut pas être facilement déduit de celui des mots pris séparément.

A fixed expression or group of words that is commonly used together and has a specific meaning that cannot be easily deduced from the individual words.

1. Fixed expressionB2formal

   A group of words that is commonly used together in a fixed order, often with a meaning that cannot be deduced from the individual words.

   locution figée

   • 'By the way' is a common set phrase in English.
   • 'Kick the bucket' is a set phrase meaning to die.
   • 'Once upon a time' is a set phrase used to start fairy tales.