It is important to try not to use medical jargon when talking to patients. Some of them may get the impression their diagnosis is worse just by hearing something they do not fully understand.
Which of the following is the meaning of the word "jargon" as used in the sentence above?

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The correct meaning of the word is "specialized language", as it portrays the idea that doctors and other professionals may be used to using certain terms not understood by most people.
"Work uniform" is not the correct meaning, as it would suggest that medical professionals should not wear their uniforms while at work.
"Rhymes" is not the correct meaning, as it would suggest that medical professionals do a special kind of poetry.
"Insults" is not the correct meaning, as it would suggest that medical professionals need advice to not insult patients.

It Is Important to Try Not to Use Medical Jargon