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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

decrypting

/dɪˈkrɪptɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does decrypting mean?

verb

The process of converting encrypted data into its original, readable form. Decrypting involves using a decryption key or algorithm to reverse the encryption process.

Example

"The team spent hours decrypting the encrypted files to retrieve the sensitive information."

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