CEFR B2

militaryese

noun

Meaning

The specialized jargon, acronyms, and formal language used by members of the armed forces, often perceived as obscure or overly technical by outsiders.

Examples

  • The new recruit struggled to understand the militaryese used in the briefing.
  • Journalists often have to translate militaryese into plain language for the public.

Synonyms: jargon, lingo, argot, cant