cyber

1 of 2

adjective

cy·​ber ˈsī-bər 

: of, relating to, or involving computers or computer networks (such as the Internet)

the cyber marketplace

cyber-

2 of 2

combining form

: computer : computer network

cyberspace

Examples of cyber in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Setting the Stage Panelists also talked about measuring cyber security, and how that works. —John Werner, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025

Owens’ tattoo style gravitates to gothic and cyber sigilism, which blends ancient symbols with futuristic elements. —Serena Billett, Charlotte Observer, 20 May 2025

Last, the Prime plan comes in at $17.99 and adds on dark web monitoring, credit monitoring, identity theft insurance, and cyber extortion insurance. —PC Magazine, 19 May 2025

Last year, the labor department allocated $1.8 million for the cyber ranges to boost cybersecurity training around the state. —Shaela Foster, Baltimore Sun, 15 May 2025

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

cyber-

Combining form

cybernetic

First Known Use

Adjective

1992, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing cyber

• cyber defense
• cyber warfare

Rhymes for cyber

• fiber
• fibre
• prescriber
• subscriber
• transcriber

Kids Definition

cyber

1 of 2 adjective

cy·​ber ˈsī-bər 

: relating to computers or computer networks

cyber-

2 of 2 combining form

: computer : computer network

cyberspace

Etymology

Combining form

cybernetic