Legalese (noun)

1. The specialized language used by lawyers and legal professionals.
2. Complex and technical language used in legal documents.

Origin:

Early 20th century: blend of legal and jargon.

Examples:

1. The contract was written in legalese, making it difficult for the layperson to understand.
2. The legalese in the document was so dense that it took me hours to read and understand it.
3. The lawyer was known for his ability to explain legal concepts in plain language, rather than legalese.
4. The legalese used in the court documents made it hard for the jury to understand the case.
5. The legalese in the will made it hard for the beneficiaries to understand their inheritance.