Study Idioms

bluestocking

Meaning: a smart, educated woman who focuses on her studies, which some men do not like.

Example: She was often called a bluestocking because of her love for reading and discussing philosophy. Read more ➺

chapter and verse

Meaning: accurate information about something.

Example: Conversations at the university can give you chapter and verse. Read more ➺

rocket science

Meaning: something very difficult to understand

Example: I've no idea why Kelly can't make a spreadsheet, and it's not exactly rocket science is it? Read more ➺

hit the books

Meaning: to study very hard

Example: I have an exam tomorrow, I need to hit the books tonight. Read more ➺