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Gobbledygook Definition & Meaning

gobbledygook
noun
  1. incomprehensible or pompous jargon of specialists

"Gobbledygook" in song lyrics

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  • "examples of gobbledygook"
    AOL — AOL
  • "ASK TONY: I just want my pension - not letters full of gobbledygook"
    Daily Mail — Daily Mail

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Frequently asked questions

What does gobbledygook mean?
incomprehensible or pompous jargon of specialists
What part of speech is gobbledygook?
Gobbledygook is a noun.

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