cryptographer

noun

cryp·​tog·​ra·​pher krip-ˈtä-grə-fər How to pronounce cryptographer (audio)
: a specialist in cryptography: such as
a
: a clerk who enciphers and deciphers messages
b
: one who devises cryptographic methods or systems

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In response, cryptographers and security professionals are advancing post-quantum cryptography (PQC) solutions designed to resist attacks from quantum-capable adversaries. Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 3 July 2025 But many cryptographers remain wary of Telegram's encryption scheme, even in secret chats. Andy Greenberg, WIRED, 27 Jan. 2021 The Amateur in theaters, April 11 Literary bona fides: based on The Amateur by Robert Littell (1981) Rami Malek stars as a CIA cryptographer with a score to settle in James Hawes’ adaptation of Littell’s London-set thriller, along with Laurence Fishburne and Rachel Brosnahan. Emily Temple january 14, Literary Hub, 14 Jan. 2025 The film, starring Rami Malek as a CIA cryptographer who goes rogue, has now grossed $492,149 since its April 9 release. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 14 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for cryptographer

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First Known Use

1641, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of cryptographer was in 1641

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“Cryptographer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cryptographer. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.

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