What is cant?

Cant refers to language that is specific to a particular group or profession, often characterized by jargon, slang, or technical terminology. It can be used to exclude outsiders from understanding and participating in a conversation or to bond members of the group together through shared language. Cant is commonly used by certain professions such as lawyers, doctors, and military personnel, as well as by subcultures such as gamers, hackers, and hip-hop communities. It can also be used as a form of code language among criminals or as a way to express political or social beliefs without being too overt. However, excessive use of cant can also lead to miscommunication and misunderstanding, especially when communicating with those outside of the group.