Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
jargon
noun
/ˈdʒɑːrɡən/
Definition
Special words or expressions used by a particular profession or group that are difficult for others to understand.
Examples
- The medical jargon used by doctors can be confusing for patients.
- In tech meetings, the jargon can make it hard for newcomers to follow along.
- He used legal jargon that made it difficult for the average person to understand the contract.
Meaning
Jargon refers to the specialized language used by a specific field, which may not be easily understood by those outside that field.
Synonyms
- Terminology
- Dialect
- Argot
- Lingo
- Slang
