English Explanatory Dictionary

cryptanalysis

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The science of analyzing and breaking of codes and ciphers.
  2. An analysis or decrypting of a specific text or a specific code or cipher.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

cryptanalysis cryptanalyses cryptoanalysis

Etymology

From crypt- + analysis.

Synonyms

decoding

Related words

cryptanalyst cryptography

Derived words

rubber-hose cryptanalysis
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