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🎧 Podcast 1 — Introduction

Jargon

Noun · /ˈdʒɑː.ɡən/

Definition
Special words or expressions used by a particular profession or group that are difficult for others to understand; confused or meaningless talk; a type of gemstone (zircon) — this sense now archaic.
Origin
From Old French jargon (chattering, twittering, gibberish), probably imitative of bird sounds. The word entered English in the late 14th century to mean incomprehensible or meaningless talk, later acquiring the technical language sense.
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🎧 Podcast 2 — Daily Use

Jargon in Conversation

Two British speakers · Real everyday dialogue

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🌟 Podcast 3 — Prompt Engineering

Jargon — AI Prompts

5 copyable & speakable prompt cards · Google UK English voices

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