Arglebargling

/ˈɑrɡəlbɑrɡəlɪŋ/ noun

Definition

The act of speaking or writing with meaningless or pretentious language; engaging in confusing, evasive talk.

Etymology

From 'arglebargle' with the gerund suffix '-ing'. This contemporary form emerged in the late 20th century to describe the action or practice of using such language.

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