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jargon

jargon

noun zhar-GOHN Rare
Communication Language

Also means

technical slang

Usage Note

Jargon denotes the specialised vocabulary of a trade, profession, or social group, and can carry a dismissive tone when used to criticise obscure language. The phrase le jargon médical/juridique is very common. In Old French jargon originally meant the twittering of birds, giving it an evocative origin.

Examples

"Le jargon juridique est difficile à comprendre."

Natural Translation

Legal jargon is difficult to understand.

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