cryptograph
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cryp·to·graph
(krĭp′tə-grăf′)n.
1. See cryptogram.
2. A system of secret or cipher writing; a cipher.
3.
a. A device for translating plaintext into ciphertext.
b. A device for deciphering codes and ciphers.
tr.v. cryp·to·graphed, cryp·to·graph·ing, cryp·to·graphs
To write (a message, for example) in code or cipher.
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cryptograph
(ˈkrɪptəʊˌɡræf; -ˌɡrɑːf)n
1. (Communications & Information) something written in code or cipher
2. (Communications & Information) a code using secret symbols (cryptograms)
3. (Communications & Information) a device for translating text into cipher, or vice versa
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cryp•to•graph
(ˈkrɪp təˌgræf, -ˌgrɑf)n.
2. a system of secret writing; cipher.
3. a device for translating text into cipher.
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Noun | 1. | cryptograph - a secret method of writing code - a coding system used for transmitting messages requiring brevity or secrecy |
2. | cryptograph - a piece of writing in code or cipher piece of writing, written material, writing - the work of a writer; anything expressed in letters of the alphabet (especially when considered from the point of view of style and effect); "the writing in her novels is excellent"; "that editorial was a fine piece of writing" | |
3. | cryptograph - a device for deciphering codes and ciphers device - an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose; "the device is small enough to wear on your wrist"; "a device intended to conserve water" |
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criptografar
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