The quoted word/phrase is an example of _______.

Question

The driver did not stop at the red “robot”.

A.
Judgmental language

B.
Colloquialism

C.
Slang

D.
Jargon

Answer 1

The quoted word/phrase is an example of B. Colloquialism.

In this context, "robot" refers to a traffic light, which is a regional term used in some places, particularly in South Africa.