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/ɒbˈskjuər ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ/ · ob·scur·la·n·ge
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  1. A language that is not widely spoken or understood, often used to describe a language that is difficult to translate or interpret. The professor specialized in obscure languages, including ancient Sumerian and Etruscan.
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  1. A language that is intentionally vague or ambiguous, often used to convey complex ideas or emotions. The poet's use of obscure language in her latest collection was both beautiful and confusing.
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  1. A language that is not well-documented or studied, often used to describe a language that is considered exotic or unusual. The linguist spent years studying the obscure language of the indigenous tribe.
Did you know? The term 'obscure language' has been used to describe the language of the Voynich Manuscript, a mysterious medieval text that has yet to be deciphered.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026