shoptalk

[shop-tawk] /ˈʃɒpˌtɔk/

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noun

the specialized vocabulary having to do with work or a field of work:

I don't understand electronics shoptalk.

talk about one's work or occupation, especially after the workday is over.

Origin of shoptalk

1880-1885

First recorded in 1880-85; shop + talk

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When we get to the truck, Nagle and two workers immediately launch into shoptalk.

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British Dictionary definitions for shoptalk

shoptalk

/ˈʃɒpˌtɔːk/

noun

conversation concerning one's work, esp when carried on outside business hours

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