What is domain-specific vocabulary?

words used in everyday conversations with family and friends

words used in one subject area of knowledge, but not others

words that are used in academic discussions in any subject area

words useful to everyone who speaks and reads the same language

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Domain-specific vocabulary refers to words used in one subject area of knowledge, but not others. This type of vocabulary includes terms and phrases that are specific to a particular field, discipline, or profession, and may not be commonly understood outside of that context. Examples include technical jargon in science, specialized terminology in law, or specific phrases used in medicine.