Lingo

usgb/ˈlɪŋɡəʊ/
noun

A type of language spoken by a particular group of people, often hard for others to understand.

I don't understand the legal lingo used by lawyers.
Visual representation of "lingo" - A type of language spoken by a particular group of people, often hard for others to understand.

Often appears as...

  • legal lingo
  • medical lingo
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Group Specific

Lingo varies by group, understanding it helps relate to members.

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Learning skateboarders' lingo made him feel part of the community.
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Not Standard

Lingo isn't official language, it can be informal and unstructured.

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Tech lingo is filled with acronyms like 'UI' and 'UX'.
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Cultural Understanding

Lingo reflects culture, learning it helps in grasping cultural nuances.

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Understanding surfer lingo is like a window into their culture.
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