Culturally specific idioms in British English (based on fiction and mass media)

Zakharenko A. Culturally specific idioms in British English (based on fiction and mass media) : bachelor's thesis : 035 Philology / supervised by L. Pavlichenko. Kyiv, 2025. 82 p.

The study provides an in-depth analysis of English idioms by synthesizing theoretical findings with practical examples and structural classifications. It begins with a review of the scientific discourse surrounding the definition and essential characteristics of idioms, such as non-compositionality, figurative meaning, fixed structure, and conventional use. The demonstration of a single, generally accepted definition remains a subject of academic debate. These features begin as defining features that distinguish idioms from other types of expressions.
The paper explores the cultural and semiotic dimensions of idioms, emphasizing their role as carriers of collective memory, cultural values, and social norms. Through the concept of linguoculture, idioms are analyzed as culturally embedded symbols that reflect the worldview and identity of a community. The study confirms that idioms are structurally diverse and culturally rich linguistic units.
The study resulted in the creation of a dictionary of idioms with definitions. Also, the results of the study are structured and presented in the format of tables, which reflect the percentage of their appearance in the studied material.