noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   The act or habit of uttering phrases or expressions which is understood only by a narrow demographic. figuratively
2. 2
   The act or habit of uttering a political allusion or comment whose significance is intended only to be recognized by a certain audience, particularly in relation to controversial or extreme viewpoints. derogatory, sometimes

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