Synonyms for Vernacular (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves)):
argot, cant, jargon, lingo, patois, slang, jargon
WordNet sense 2 (being or characteristic of or appropriate to everyday language):
common, vulgar
WordNet sense 3 (used of spoken and written language):
informal
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