slang

noun

a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves)

informal language consisting of words and expressions that are not considered appropriate for formal occasions

verb

abuse with coarse language

fool or hoax

use slang or vulgar language

Synonyms for slang

argotn lingon vernacularn jargonn patoisn slangyadj colloquialismn cantn

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