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look up phrases in dictionary

Asked by VIVEK MALLIK

While using DICTIONARY, we can find meaning of words. But, I would like to see the meaning of phrases often used in English, such as, 'rain cats and dogs', a drop in the ocean, make hay while the sun shines, etc, etc. Is this possible? If yes, how? If no, can this feature be incorporated?
Thanks.

Vivek.

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marcus aurelius (adbiz) said : 		#1

there are lots of websites on the net that can provide what you're looking for.

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VIVEK MALLIK (vrmallik) said : 		#2

Well! Thanks Marcus for your valuable reply. but I already know this. what I mean is 'this feature is not available in Dictionary of Ubuntu. Can it (meaning of English phrases) be incorporated in the Dictionary supplied with Ubuntu?'
If yes, please do so.
If not, internet is there, of course!

Vivek.

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Best marcus aurelius (adbiz) said : 		#3

i doubt that is the purpose of dictionary. english is a very dynamic language and there are utterly millions of colloquial phrases and idioms that change constantly.

if you want this feature, you should make a request at

brainstorm.ubuntu.com

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VIVEK MALLIK (vrmallik) said : 		#4

thanks. i would do so.