encrypt

verb

en·​crypt in-ˈkript How to pronounce encrypt (audio)
en-
encrypted; encrypting; encrypts

Examples of encrypt in a Sentence

The software will encrypt the message before it is sent.
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The investigation revealed that not only was data encrypted by the attackers, but it was also stolen. Lars Daniel, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024 After security researchers found that a pre-release version of the Recall database wasn’t encrypted, Microsoft moved to delay the feature and overhaul it with a big focus on security. Tom Warren, The Verge, 29 Oct. 2024 The platform also includes a free SSL certificate to build visitors’ trust by encrypting their data, and a free content delivery network that speeds up your website by distributing content across multiple worldwide servers. Stackcommerce Team (sponsored), PCMAG, 27 Oct. 2024 That means sensitive information is stolen but not encrypted, meaning victims can still access their systems. Barbara Booth, CNBC, 18 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for encrypt 

Word History

Etymology

en- entry 1 + -crypt (in cryptanalysis, cryptogram), perhaps after decrypt

First Known Use

1944, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of encrypt was in 1944

Dictionary Entries Near encrypt

Cite this Entry

“Encrypt.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/encrypt. Accessed 14 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

encrypt

verb
en·​crypt
in-ˈkript
: to change (information) from one form to another especially to hide its meaning
encrypt the message
encryption
-ˈkrip-shən
noun
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