Definitions

1. noun

Language or style of writing that is characteristic of the law, especially in its more complex or obscure aspects; legal jargon.

“The lawyer’s use of legalese made it difficult for the client to understand the contract.”

2. verb

To use or express something in a way that is characteristic of the law, especially in its more complex or obscure aspects.

“The lawyer legaled the contract to make it harder to understand.”