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encrypt

Syllabification: (en·crypt)
Pronunciation: /enˈkript/

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Definition of encrypt

verb

[with object]
  • convert (information or data) into a cipher or code, especially to prevent unauthorized access.
  • (encrypt something in) conceal data in (something) by converting it into a code.

Derivatives

encryption

Pronunciation: /-ˈkripSHən/

noun

Origin:

1950s (originally US): from en-1 'in' + Greek kruptos 'hidden'

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