Cryptanalysis
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cryptanalysis is a noun meaning The science of analyzing and breaking of codes and ciphers.
Meaning
The science of analyzing and breaking of codes and ciphers.
More Meanings
- An analysis or decrypting of a specific text or a specific code or cipher.
Example Sentences
Holonym: cryptology
Near-synonym: decoding
Word Forms
- cryptanalyses
- cryptoanalysis
Synonyms for cryptanalysis
Depending on context, synonyms include decoding.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include cryptoanalysis, cryptology, cryptanalytics, cryptologist, cryptolinguistics, cryptography.
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