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  Jargons and Registers are two different concepts in linguistics.  Jargons are specialized words or expressions that are used by a particular profession or group and are difficult for others to understand. Registers are varieties of language that are appropriate for different situations, contexts, or audiences. Registers can vary in vocabulary, grammar, phonology, and semantics, depending on the level of formality, purpose, and tone of the communication. Some examples of jargons are : Amicus curiae brief : a legal term for a document that provides information or arguments to a court by someone who is not directly involved in the case Hyperbole : a literary term for a figure of speech that exaggerates something for emphasis or effect. Photosynthesis : a scientific term for the process by which plants use light energy to make their own food. Some examples of registers are: Formal register : a style of language that is polite, respectful, and follows the rules of grammar and p...