Word of the DayFebruary 19, 2025

parlance

Definition

a way of speaking that reflects a particular demographic or culture

Example Usage

in a legal parlance, words like "may" and "shall" have a very specific meaning

Synonyms

  • dialect
  • vernacular
  • manner
  • phrasing
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