shoptalk
Americannoun
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the specialized vocabulary having to do with work or a field of work.
I don't understand electronics shoptalk.
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talk about one's work or occupation, especially after the workday is over.
noun
Etymology
Origin of shoptalk
Example Sentences
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Collinsworth likes to think of that as talking to 98% of the audience as opposed to leaning heavily into the granular shoptalk that might only appeal to football wonks.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 21, 2025
With its share of courtroom drama, music industry shoptalk and thoughtful analysis, the series is finely calibrated to appeal to true-crime junkies, hip-hop fans and champions of social justice alike.
From New York Times • Nov. 12, 2020
For the first nine the two of them engaged in Hollywood shoptalk and gossip.
From Golf Digest • Apr. 2, 2020
The sprawling factory in a former high school is imbued with the aromas of red spruce and other woods, and the shoptalk is about screws and laminated steel chisels.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 5, 2020
My friend and colleague, we should cease this shoptalk.
From Supermind by Janifer, Laurence M.
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