1. Plural of legalese; the specialized, often complex language used by lawyers and in legal documents, characterized by technical terms, formal phrasing, and verbose style.
Usage: informal; usually uncountable in singular form, but pluralized to refer to multiple instances or varieties of legal jargon

Examples

• The contract was filled with so much legalese that we had to hire a lawyer to explain it.
• The different legaleses used in corporate law and family law can be quite distinct.
• She complained about the legalese in the insurance policy, saying it was impossible to understand.
• The document's legalese made it difficult for ordinary people to grasp their rights.
• Lawyers often use legalese to be precise, but it can confuse clients unfamiliar with legal terminology.