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   lingo

   /ˈlɪŋɡəʊ/

   noun

   • 1. a foreign language or local dialect: informal, humorous "it doesn't matter if you can't speak the lingo"
   • ▪ the vocabulary or jargon of a particular subject or group of people: informal, humorous "computer lingo" Similar jargonterminologyidiomslangargotcantinformal:-ese-speakmumbo jumbogobbledygook

   Word Origin mid 17th century: probably via Portuguese lingoa from Latin lingua ‘tongue’.

   Scrabble Points: 6

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   Why is Lingo important?

   • Importance of Lingo Lingo adds personality to language by building on a group or area’s style and culture. It is constantly changing and adapting with time and trends, with new words and phrases emerging essentially every day. Any group of people can have their own lingo; the language we use often represents who we are.

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   What does Lingo mean?

   • Get a quick, free translation! LINGO definition: 1. a foreign language: 2. a type of language that contains a lot of unusual or technical…. Learn more.

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   What is the meaning of lingo as slang?

   • Lingo is an informal term for colloquial language or slang. It is often used to refer to the way people speak to one another or the unique vocabulary of a particular area or group.

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   What is an example of a Lingo?

   • Example of a Lingo Imagine a crime mystery. The main character is an American woman that is hiding her identity in a new city. She’s just arrived in New York, and she’s told everyone that this is the first time she’s ever left Texas. She speaks in a heavy southern accent, but one time, after telling a story, she says, “it was wicked cool!”

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3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishLINGO | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   Lingo is a noun that means a foreign language or a type of language with slang or technical expressions. Learn how to use lingo in different contexts and see translations in other languages.

   • English (US)

     LINGO meaning: 1. a foreign language: 2. a type of language...

   • Znaczenie Lingo, Definicja W Cambridge English Dictionary

     lingo definicja: 1. a foreign language: 2. a type of...

   • Lingua Franca

     LINGUA FRANCA definition: 1. a language used for...

   • Lingo in Simplified Chinese

     LINGO translate: 外国语言，外国话, 隐语；行话，术语. Learn more in the...

   • Traditional

     LINGO translate: 外國語言，外國話, 隱語；行話，術語. Learn more in the...

   • Pronunciation in English

     LINGO pronunciation. How to say lingo. Listen to the audio...

   • Lingonberry

     LINGONBERRY definition: 1. a small red fruit that grows wild...

   • Lingual

     LINGUAL definition: 1. relating to the tongue: 2. relating...

4. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › lingoLingo Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   Lingo is a noun that means strange or incomprehensible language or speech, such as a foreign language, a special vocabulary, or an individual's language. Learn more about the synonyms, examples, word history, and etymology of lingo from Merriam-Webster.

5. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › lingoLingo - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms - Vocabulary.com

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   Lingo is a way of speaking that's shared by a particular group of people — it's their own personal slang or jargon. You might observe International Talk Like a Pirate Day by trying to speak only pirate lingo.

6. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryLINGO | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   Lingo is a noun that means a foreign language or a type of language with slang or technical expressions. Learn how to use lingo in different contexts and see translations in Chinese and Portuguese.

7. www.dictionary.com › browse › lingoLINGO Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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   Lingo is the language and speech of a particular field, group, or individual, or any foreign or unfamiliar language. Learn the origin, examples, and usage of lingo from Dictionary.com.

8. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishLINGO definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Lingo is an informal term for a foreign or unfamiliar language, jargon, or style of speech. Learn the origin, synonyms, pronunciation, and examples of lingo from various sources.

9. www.thefreedictionary.com › lingoLingo - definition of lingo by The Free Dictionary

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   Lingo is the specialized vocabulary of a particular field or social group, especially when viewed as unfamiliar. Learn the origin, synonyms, and usage of lingo from various dictionaries and thesaurus.