gobbledygook

gobbledygook Definition

☆ gobble·dy·gook (gäb′əl dē go̵ok′, -də-; --go̵̅o̅k′)

noun

Slang talk or writing that is wordy, pompous, etc. and largely incomprehensible or meaningless

Etymology: first used in current sense by Maury Maverick (1895-1954), U.S. Representative: ? echoic of turkey cries

gobbledygook Usage Examples

Converse of object

fight: Our judges consider how well entrants have used plain English, and how successfully and passionately they have fought gobbledygook.
translate: One of our expert editors, who translates gobbledygook for a living, admitted that she couldn't make sense of this letter.
talk: The program also appears to pride itself on not talking gobbledygook, which is always an excellent standpoint in our eyes!
produce: Not everyone who produces gobbledygook tries to hide from their sins.
use: So where do I complain if my mortgage provider is using gobbledygook?

Adjective modifier

financial: You can report any financial gobbledygook to the FSA by calling 0845 606 1234.

Modifies a noun

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