argot — the jargon or slang of a particular group or class
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the jargon or slang of a particular group or class
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɑrɡoʊ/
Example Sentences
- The rapper's lyrics were full of street argot that confused his grandmother.
- Medical students quickly learn the argot of their profession.
- The spy couldn't crack the criminal organization's argot.
argot
NOUN[/ˈɑrɡoʊ/]
the jargon or slang of a particular group or class
Dock workers speak in argot only fellow sailors can decode.
Hidden argot travels with cargo, disrupted by embargo!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From French 'argot', originally meaning 'thieves' slang'. The term first appeared in 16th century France to describe the secret language used by beggars and criminals.
Breakdown
argot (whole word from French, no clear morpheme breakdown - refers to specialized slang or jargon of a particular group)
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📝Examples
“The rapper's lyrics were full of street argot that confused his grandmother.”
“Medical students quickly learn the argot of their profession.”
“The spy couldn't crack the criminal organization's argot.”
“Teenagers love creating their own argot to exclude adults from their conversations.”
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