General Peculiarities of Phraseological Units With Phytonymic Composition

Abstract

Phraseological units with phytonymic composition are expressions or idioms that contain the names of plants or trees. These phraseological units often reflect cultural beliefs, traditions, and characteristics associated with specific plants.

For example, the phrase "to turn over a new leaf" is a phraseological unit with phytonymic composition that refers to making a fresh start or beginning anew. The use of the word "leaf" in this expression symbolizes growth, renewal, and change, which are all qualities associated with plants and nature.