encryption
|en-cryp-tion|
B2
/ɪnˈkrɪpʃən/
(encrypt)
convert to code
Etymology
Etymology Information
'encryption' originates from the Greek word 'kryptos,' meaning 'hidden.'
Historical Evolution
'kryptos' transformed into the Latin word 'crypta,' and eventually became the modern English word 'encryption' through Old French 'encrypter.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'hidden or secret,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'converting data into a code.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of converting information or data into a code, especially to prevent unauthorized access.
The encryption of the message ensured its confidentiality.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45