TYPOLOGY OF DIFFERENT NAMES FOR THE TERM "IDIOM" IN PHRASEOLOGY

This article examines the inconsistent terminology used to describe idioms in phraseology, drawing on both native English and Uzbek linguistic traditions. It explores various definitions of "idiom" and related terms like "phraseological unit," "phraseme," and "idiomatic expression," highlighting the challenges this inconsistency poses for researchers and language learners. The article emphasizes the need for a more unified and precise terminology to facilitate clearer understanding and more effective cross-linguistic comparisons in the field of idiom studies.