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encryption

 

[ ɪnˈkrɪpʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

data security

The process of converting information or data into a code, especially to prevent unauthorized access.

Synonyms

cryptography, encoding

Examples of usage

  • Encryption is used to protect sensitive information such as passwords and financial data.
  • Many websites use encryption to secure online transactions.
  • The government uses encryption to protect classified information.
Context #2 | Noun

technology

The process of converting plaintext into ciphertext to secure communication.

Synonyms

cryptogram, scrambling

Examples of usage

  • End-to-end encryption ensures that only the sender and recipient can access the message.
  • Strong encryption is essential for secure communication over the internet.
Context #3 | Noun

general

The act or process of converting ordinary language into code.

Synonyms

concealment, encoding

Examples of usage

  • Encryption plays a crucial role in protecting sensitive data from cyber threats.
  • Understanding encryption is important for maintaining privacy online.

Translations

Translations of the word "encryption" in other languages:

🇵🇹 criptografia

🇮🇳 एन्क्रिप्शन

🇩🇪 Verschlüsselung

🇮🇩 enkripsi

🇺🇦 шифрування

🇵🇱 szyfrowanie

🇯🇵 暗号化 (あんごうか)

🇫🇷 chiffrement

🇪🇸 cifrado

🇹🇷 şifreleme

🇰🇷 암호화 (暗號化)

🇸🇦 تشفير

🇨🇿 šifrování

🇸🇰 šifrovanie

🇨🇳 加密 (jiāmì)

🇸🇮 šifriranje

🇮🇸 dulkóðun

🇰🇿 шифрлау

🇬🇪 გაშიფვრა

🇦🇿 şifrələmə

🇲🇽 cifrado

Word origin

The word 'encryption' originated from the Latin word 'encryptio', which means 'to conceal or hide'. Encryption has been used throughout history to protect sensitive information, with ancient methods including ciphers and codes. In modern times, encryption plays a vital role in data security, privacy protection, and secure communication.

See also: encrypted, encryptor, unencrypting.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,989, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.