Argot: meaning, definitions and examples

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argot

 

[ หˆษ‘หrษกoสŠ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

specialized language

Argot is a specialized language used by a particular group, often designed to be unintelligible to outsiders. It is commonly associated with specific professions, social classes, or subcultures, creating a sense of identity and belonging among its users. Argo is used to communicate ideas, feelings, or experiences that may not be fully expressible in standard language. This form of communication can also serve to exclude those who are not part of the group, thereby reinforcing group cohesion. Examples of argot can be found in various fields, including criminal slang, academic jargon, and professional terminology.

Synonyms

cant, dialect, jargon, slang

Examples of usage

  • The thieves communicated in their own argot to avoid detection.
  • Medical personnel often use argot to discuss patient conditions discreetly.
  • The hip-hop community has developed a unique argot that resonates with its culture.

Translations

Translations of the word "argot" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น jerga

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เคฐเฅเคœเคผ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Jargon

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ arga

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐั€ะณะพั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ลผargon

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ขใƒซใ‚ดใƒƒใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท argot

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ argot

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท argo

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ „๋ฌธ ์šฉ์–ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃุฑุฌูˆุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ argot

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ argot

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่กŒ่ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ลพargon

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ argot

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐั€ะณะพั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ แƒ’แƒแƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ argo

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ argot

Etymology

The term 'argot' originates from the French word of the same spelling, which is believed to have derived from the term 'argotiers', referring to the underworld or marginalized groups in society such as vagrants or criminals in 16th-century France. The word encapsulated the secret languages that these groups employed to communicate with each other while evading detection by authorities and outsiders. Over time, 'argot' migrated into English usage, specifically to denote any specialized language or jargon used within specific communities or professions. Its evolution reflects the need for certain groups to safeguard their communication and establish a unique identity that distinguishes them from the larger society. Today, the word has retained this essence, often used to refer to the distinct and often cryptic vocabulary adopted by various cultures, professions, and social circles.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,456 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.