Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Jargon.
How to pronounce jargon:
US
Jargon - as a noun
A characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves)
Example: "They don't speak our lingo"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
argot6cant6lingo6patois8slang6vernacular15Hypernyms (Closely Related)
non-standard speechHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Specialized technical terminology characteristic of a particular subject
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
expressive stylestyle8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Jargon - as a verb
To utter jargon; to emit confused or unintelligible sounds.
Example Sentences
"The medical jargon was difficult for the patient to understand."
"As a mechanic, he is very familiar with the automotive jargon."
"The lawyer used legal jargon to explain the complex case to the jury."
"I had to consult a dictionary to understand the jargon used in the computer programming manual."
"The professor's lecture was filled with academic jargon that went over my head."
Word Game Points
Is JARGON a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, jargon is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
JARGON has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is JARGON a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, jargon is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordJARGON has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is JARGON a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, jargon is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordJARGON has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
