encryption
Translation
encryption
Examples
Data encryption is important for security.
Data encryption is important for security.
The email uses strong encryption.
The email uses strong encryption.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) the process of encoding (sth.) The encryption of the files took several minutes.
Similar Words
Synonyms: encoding, ciphering; Antonyms: decryption, decoding
Etymology
From 'en-' (in) + 'crypt' (hidden) + '-ion' (process). Literally 'the process of putting into a secret code'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'crypt' where secrets are hidden. 'Encryption' is the act of putting information into that secret crypt.