Bargoens — meaning in English

English meaning

• cant noun The specialized jargon of a particular trade, class, or group.
• slang noun Very informal words and phrases not used in standard, formal speech or writing.

Senses

Bargoens is used for these senses in English:

• cant (countable, uncountable) A private or secret language used by a religious sect, gang, or other group.

cant — full definition

1. noun The specialized jargon of a particular trade, class, or group.
2. noun Insincere or hypocritical talk, especially moralizing speech.
3. noun A tilt, slope, or angled position.
4. verb To tilt or set something at an angle.

slang — full definition

1. noun Very informal words and phrases not used in standard, formal speech or writing.
2. noun The specialized vocabulary of a particular group or profession.

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