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Masking: meaning, definitions and examples

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masking

 

[ หˆmรฆskษชล‹ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

data protection

The act of hiding or protecting sensitive data by replacing or obscuring it with random or irrelevant information to prevent unauthorized access.

Synonyms

concealment, hiding, obfuscation

Examples of usage

  • Masking is commonly used in cybersecurity to protect personal information.
  • Sensitive data such as credit card numbers are often masked to prevent theft.
  • The process of masking ensures that confidential information remains secure.
  • Masking techniques include data encryption and data anonymization.
  • Masking helps organizations comply with data privacy regulations.
Context #2 | Noun

medical

The use of a mask to cover the nose and mouth for protection against airborne particles or infectious diseases.

Synonyms

face covering, respirator, shield

Examples of usage

  • Wearing a mask is recommended to prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses.
  • Healthcare workers often wear masks to protect themselves and patients.
  • The practice of masking has become more common during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Masking can help reduce the transmission of viruses in crowded places.
  • Face masks are essential personal protective equipment.

Translations

Translations of the word "masking" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mascaramento

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคพเคธเฅเค•เคฟเค‚เค—

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Maskierung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ penyamaran

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะฐัะบัƒะฒะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ maskowanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒžใ‚นใ‚ญใƒณใ‚ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท masquage

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ enmascaramiento

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท maskeleme

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋งˆ์Šคํ‚น

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุบุทูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ maskovรกnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ maskovanie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆŽฉ่”ฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ maskiranje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ maskun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะฐัั‹ั€ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒกแƒ™แƒ˜แƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ maskalama

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ enmascaramiento

Etymology

The term 'masking' originated from the Middle French word 'masque' which means a cover or disguise. The concept of masking has evolved over time to encompass various meanings, from data protection in cybersecurity to the use of face masks in healthcare. The practice of masking continues to play a crucial role in safeguarding sensitive information and preventing the spread of infectious diseases.

See also: mask, masked, unmask.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,141, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.