English Explanatory Dictionary

brute force

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A method of accomplishing something primarily by means of strength, without the use of great skill, mechanical aids or thought.
  2. A method of computation wherein the computer is let to try all permutations of a problem until one is found that provides a solution, in contrast to the implementation of a more intelligent algorithm.
verb
  1. To solve (a computational problem) by brute force.
  2. To break a password, encryption, or any other protection mechanism by brute force.

Pronunciation

/bɹuːt ˈfɔːs/ /bɹut ˈfɔɹs/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Flame, not lame-brute force.wav

Word forms

brute force brute-force brute forces brute forcing brute forced

Related words

brute strength trial and error Military incompetence shotgun approach brute de forge
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