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cracker

 

[ ˈkrækər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

food

A thin, crisp wafer or biscuit, typically made of flour, salt, water, and fat. Crackers are often eaten with cheese or as a snack.

Synonyms

biscuit, soda cracker, wafer

Examples of usage

  • I love to eat crackers with cheese for a quick snack.
  • She packed some crackers in her lunchbox for a midday treat.
Context #2 | Noun

computer

A person who breaks into computer systems, typically for malicious purposes. Crackers are a threat to cybersecurity and are often involved in illegal activities.

Synonyms

cybercriminal, hacker, intruder

Examples of usage

  • The company's website was hacked by a group of crackers last night.
  • Authorities are investigating a cyber attack carried out by crackers.
Context #3 | Noun

slang

A slang term used to refer to a person who is exceptional or outstanding in a particular field. It is often used informally and positively.

Synonyms

ace, expert, whiz

Examples of usage

  • She's a real cracker when it comes to solving puzzles.
  • The new employee is a cracker at coding.

Translations

Translations of the word "cracker" in other languages:

🇵🇹 biscoito

🇮🇳 क्रैकर

🇩🇪 Cracker

🇮🇩 kerupuk

🇺🇦 крекер

🇵🇱 krakers

🇯🇵 クラッカー

🇫🇷 cracker

🇪🇸 galleta salada

🇹🇷 kraker

🇰🇷 크래커

🇸🇦 بسكويت مالح

🇨🇿 krekr

🇸🇰 krekra

🇨🇳 饼干

🇸🇮 kreker

🇮🇸 kex

🇰🇿 крекер

🇬🇪 კრეკერი

🇦🇿 kraker

🇲🇽 galleta salada

Etymology

The word 'cracker' has a complex history with multiple meanings. Its origins can be traced back to the Middle English word 'crak', which means 'loud conversation' or 'boast'. Over time, 'cracker' evolved to refer to a variety of things, from a type of biscuit to a person skilled in a particular field. In the context of cybersecurity, the term 'cracker' emerged in the 1980s as a counterpart to 'hacker', to differentiate between those who break into systems for malicious purposes and those who do so for ethical reasons.

See also: crack, cracked, crackers, cracking, crackle, crackling, crackly.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,395, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.