n. A certain way of speaking, of using words, especially when it comes to those with a particular job or interest.
n. Speech, discussion or debate.
the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
n. Conversation; discourse; talk; diction; phrase
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
n. Speech; conversation; discourse; talk; language; manner of expression; conference.
n.In common parlance, in the usual mode of speech; in ordinary language.
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n. a manner of speaking that is natural to native speakers of a language
Word Usage
"Erica - FYI - Opposition Research in campaign parlance is not research you conduct on your opponent, but rather research you do on yourself in an effort to glean what they will find out about you."