encryption

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ɪŋˈkrɪpʃ(ə)n/ or /ɛŋˈkrɪpʃ(ə)n/

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Noun

Singular encryption

Plural encryptions

1. A way to make a message look like a lot of random letters by translating a message with an encryption key.

   In many wars, soldiers often use encryption to make sure their messages aren't read by their enemies.

Related words

• encrypt
• encryption key
• decrypt