Definition of set phrase Set phrase

We found 3 definitions of set phrase from 2 different sources.

What does set phrase mean?

Noun
set phrase - an expression whose meanings cannot be inferred from the meanings of the words that make it up
		idiom, idiomatic expression, phrasal idiom, phrase
		locution, saying, expression a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations; "pardon the expression"

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set phrase (Noun)
A common expression whose wording is not subject to variation.
set phrase (Noun)
A common expression whose words cannot be replaced by synonymous words without compromising the meaning.