"boomerspeak" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From boomer + -speak. Etymology templates: {{af|en|boomer|-speak}} boomer + -speak Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} boomerspeak (uncountable)
  1. (informal) The style of language characteristic of baby boomers. Tags: informal, uncountable Synonyms: Boomerspeak

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