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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

encryption

/ɛnˈkrɪptʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does encryption mean?

noun

The process of converting plaintext into unreadable ciphertext to protect it from unauthorized access. Encryption is a way to secure data by making it unintelligible to anyone who does not have the decryption key.

Example

"The company uses encryption to protect its customers' sensitive information."

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

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