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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

ciphering

/ˈsɪfərɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does ciphering mean?

verb

The act of deciphering or encrypting a message or text. The process of converting plaintext into ciphertext or vice versa.

Example

"The cryptographer spent hours ciphering the encrypted message to uncover the hidden code."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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