Lingo: meaning, definitions and examples

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lingo

[ ˈlɪŋɡoʊ ]

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language

A set of words and expressions used within a particular group, industry, or culture, often not understood by outsiders.

Synonyms

jargon, slang, vernacular

Examples of usage

The teenagers were speaking their own lingo, full of slang and abbreviations.
I had to learn the lingo of the finance world to understand my new job.

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language

A vocabulary or set of terms specific to a particular subject or activity.

Synonyms

lexicon, terminology, vocabulary

Examples of usage

I'm still learning the lingo of computer programming.
The lingo of the medical field can be overwhelming for newcomers.

Translations

Translations of the word "lingo" in other languages:

🇵🇹 língua

🇮🇳 भाषा

🇩🇪 Sprache

🇮🇩 bahasa

🇺🇦 мова

🇵🇱 język

🇯🇵 言語

🇫🇷 langue

🇪🇸 lengua

🇹🇷 dil

🇰🇷 언어

🇸🇦 لغة

🇨🇿 jazyk

🇸🇰 jazyk

🇨🇳 语言

🇸🇮 jezik

🇮🇸 tungumál

🇰🇿 тіл

🇬🇪 ენა

🇦🇿 dil

🇲🇽 lengua

Word origin

The word 'lingo' originated in the mid-17th century, derived from the Latin word 'lingua' meaning 'tongue' or 'language'. It has been used to refer to specialized language or jargon within different groups or fields.